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ToggleHow much gear lube does a MerCruiser outdrive hold?
The Alpha One holds about 2 quarts of Mercruiser Premium Gear Lube. More if you have a remote Drive Lube Reservoir. We like to get 3 quarts of Mercruiser Premium Gear Lube and we use part of the first quart to flush through the drive to clean out some of the older lube.
How do I add gear oil to my MerCruiser?
What kind of oil goes in a MerCruiser lower unit?
Quicksilver 85W-90 Extreme Performance Gear Lube.
How do you fill a MerCruiser lower unit? – Related Questions
Can I use regular gear oil in my lower unit?
So, can you use any old gear lube in your marine lower unit? If you want the best protection possible, and want your lower unit to last as long as your boat, then the answer is no. Consult your engine’s manual and look for the proper marine gear lube for your application.
Is gear oil and drive oil the same thing?
gear oil, you may be tempted to think they’re the same thing, but they’re not. Gear oil is specifically designed to protect, lubricate, and cool gearing systems. Engine oil lubricates the bearings and protects your car’s engine from the additives in gasoline.
What kind of oil does a sterndrive take?
SAE 30 Full Synthetic Marine Engine Oil
Recommended for gasoline and diesel inboard and sterndrive engines.
What kind of oil does a Mercruiser 5.7 take?
There are a few motor oil viscosity options for Mercruiser/GM 350ci/5.7L engines. The 10W-30 grade seems to be the most popular choice for these engines. Others opt for 10W-40 or Mercury’s 25W-40.
What oil does a 4.3 Mercruiser take?
Sierra 25W-40 Synthetic Blend Engine Oil.
How many quarts of oil does a Mercruiser take?
| Model | Make | Approx. Oil Pan Capacity w/ New Filter(1) |
|---|---|---|
| MCM 488/180/190/ 3.7LX | Mercury | 6-1/2 US qt (6.1 L) |
| MCM 140 | GM | 5 US qt (4.7 L) |
| MCM 160/165 | GM | 5 US qt (4.7 L) |
| MCM 200 | GM | 6 US qt (5.7 L) |
Who makes the engines for MerCruiser?
Mercury Marine is a marine engine division of Brunswick Corporation headquartered in Fond du Lac, Wisconsin. The main product line is outboard motors. It also produces the MerCruiser line of sterndrives and inboard motors. Some manufacturing is in Fond du Lac, while 40-60 HP motors are made in China.
How do you change the oil on a MerCruiser?
How much lower unit oil do I need?
| Lower Unit Oil Needed by Model | |
|---|---|
| Model | Approximate Fluid Ounces Required |
| 15B & C (4-stroke) | 12.5 fl oz |
| 18 (2-stroke & 4-stroke) | 12.5 fl oz |
| 20 (4-stroke) | 12.5 fl oz |
How often should lower unit oil be changed?
Much like how cars should receive an oil change every thirty-thousand miles, your outboard lower unit oil requires changing every one-hundred hours the boat is in operating. Without regular lower unit oil changes, you run the risk of damage occurring in the engine.
How do I check my lower unit oil level?
Lower Units Used as Inboard/Outboard Drives
Wipe the oil from the dipstick with a clean, lint-free rag and screw it back into the oil filler. Unscrew the dipstick from the oil filler and note the gear oil level. The oil level should be at or near the center of the dipstick, and above the lower mark on the dipstick.
Why is my lower unit oil milky?
That milky color and consistency is most likely due to water intrusion. It will not break down from use and get lighter, like other oils as it breaks down and gets used it darkens. Time to change seals and when you do your water pump do the whole kit and not just the impeller.
Why is my lower unit oil Gray?
Gray in the lower unit oil is indicative of metal shavings coloring the oil. In the case of gear work; or even a power head replacment, it is not unusual to have a bit more than average shavings work loose as all the parts seat in.
Why is my lower unit oil Green?
You definitely have water in your lower unit oil. First check to see if the drain screw and vent screw have washers or o-rings on them. If not, I would put some on and try it out some more to see if it’s still leaking. If it is, get it to a shop.