Section 5 - Maintenance
Page 62 90-8M0069751 eng APRIL 2012
IMPORTANT: If fluid is not visible in the fluid reservoir, see your Mercury Diesel authorized repair facility.
Filling
1. Remove the fill cap and dipstick and observe the fluid level.
2. Add the specified fluid to bring the fluid level up to the proper level.
Tube Ref No. Description Where Used Part No.
114
Power Trim and Steering
Fluid
Power-assisted steering pump 92-858074K01
28
Dexron III Automatic
Transmission Fluid
Power-assisted steering system Obtain Locally
3. Install the fill cap and dipstick.
Changing
Power‑assisted steering fluid does not require changing unless it becomes contaminated. See your Mercury Diesel authorized
repair facility.
Engine Coolant
!
CAUTION
A sudden loss of pressure can cause hot coolant to boil and discharge violently resulting in serious injury from burns. Allow
the engine to cool down before removing the coolant pressure cap.
Checking
IMPORTANT: Check the engine coolant before starting the engine.
1. Allow the engine to cool.
2. Remove the pressure cap from the coolant expansion tank.
3. The coolant level in the coolant expansion tank should be within 25 mm (1 in.) of the top of the fill neck.
Location of engine coolant cap
(engine cover removed)
a - Pressure cap
b - Coolant expansion tank
c - Bottom of fill neck
4. If the coolant level is low:
a. Inspect the coolant recovery system for leaks.