Specifications

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6. Lower the sterndrive unit so that the propeller shaft is level. Fill the sterndrive unit,
through the oil fill/drain hole, with specified gear lube until an air-free stream of lubricant
flows from oil vent hole.
Description Where used Part number
High Performance Gear Lube Gear lube monitor 92-802854A1
IMPORTANT: Use only Quicksilver High Performance Gear Lube in sterndrive unit.
7. Install the oil vent screw and sealing washer.
8. Continue to pump gear lube into the gear lube monitor circuit until the gear lube appears
in the gear lube monitor.
9. Fill the monitor so that the oil level is above in the operating range. Do not overfill. Ensure
that the rubber gasket is inside the cap and install. Do not overtighten.
Description
Where used Part number
High Performance Gear Lube Gear lube monitor 92-802854A1
10. Remove the pump from the oil fill/drain hole. Quickly install the sealing washer and oil
fill/drain screw. Tighten securely.
11. Reinstall the propeller. Refer to Propellers.
12. Recheck the oil level after the first use; observe level in drive lube monitor.
IMPORTANT: Oil level in the gear lube monitor will rise and fall during sterndrive
operation; always check the oil level when the sterndrive is cool and the engine is
shut down.