MAINTENANCE
LUBRICATION
Gearcase Lubricant
IMPORTANT: Always check the fill level of the
gearcase
lubricant prior to removing drain/fill plug.
A tie strap can
be
used to check lubricant level.
1
TYPICAL
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1. Tie strap
Examine drained lubricant for excessive metal
fragments and for any indication
of
water
in
oil
(cloudy or milky appearance). Lubricant that
is
black
in
color with a burnt odor indicates worn,
overheated
oil. Pressure and vacuum check gear-
cases with apparent
leaks. Repair all leaks.
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Refer to INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
SCHEDULE
on
p. 46 for service frequency and
recommended
lubricants.
Refer to LUBRICANT
on
p. 198 for complete
gearcase lubricant filling procedures.
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