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CHAPTER 7
MerCruiser Typical Lubrication Information
4. Mercury systems often have a dipstick mounted on the bottom of
the engine and normally identify oil dipsticks or fi ll caps with a yellow
color.
For changing the engine oil & fi lter see the MerCruiser maintenance
schedule and operation manual or contact your Regal dealer.
Note: Above are basic recommendations. Regal is not responsible for the accuracy of
the information since it can change at any time. For more detailed information and
procedures check your engine operators manual or call your closest Regal dealer.
Checking Typical MerCruiser Engine Crankcase Oil
1. Before adding oil make sure it is the type recommended for the
type of engine installed. Consult your MerCruiser engine operator’s
manual.. Check the engine oil by fi rst allowing the engine to warm up.
Stop the engine and allow about 5 minutes for the oil to drain to the
oil pan to obtain an accurate reading.
2. Remove the dipstick. Wipe it clean and reinstall it into the dipstick
tube. Wait 1 minute to allow
any trapped air to vent.
( Install dipstick with oil
indication marks facing the
fl ywheel end of the engine.
Add engine oil type and
viscosity as recommended in
the engine operator’s manual.
to the full or OK points on
the oil dipstick.
DO NOT OVERFILL!
3. Remove the dipstick and look at the oil level. Level must be between
full or OK range and add. Reinstall dipstick into the tube.