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Mercury MerCruiser 5.0 TKS

Mercury MerCruiser 5.0 TKS
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Section 5 - Maintenance
90-899883179 OCTOBER 2007 Page 47
Task Interval Maintenance to Be Performed
Every 200 hours or 3
years
Inspect the U‑joints, the splines, and the bellows. Check the clamps.
Check the engine alignment.
Lubricate the U‑joint splines and cross bearing, if equipped with grease
fittings.
Lubricate the gimbal bearing and the engine coupler.
NOTE: Lubricate the engine coupler every 50 hours if operated at idle for
prolonged periods of time.
Every 300 hours or 3
years
Check the engine mounts for tightness and tighten to specifications if
necessary.
Check the electrical system for loose, damaged, or corroded fasteners.
Check the cooling system and the exhaust system hose clamps for tightness.
Inspect both systems for damage or leaks.
Disassemble and inspect the seawater pump and replace worn components.
Clean the seawater section of the closed‑cooling system. Clean, inspect,
and test the pressure cap.
Inspect the exhaust system components. If the package was equipped with
water shutters (flapper valves), verify that they are not missing or worn.
Every 5 years
Replace the coolant/anitifreeze. Replace every two years if not using
extended‑life coolant/antifreeze.
Maintenance Log
Record all maintenance performed on your power package here. Be sure to save all work
orders and receipts.
Date Maintenance Performed Engine Hours

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