PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
GM Series Operation Manual 55
12/05
5. Approximately 10 minutes after
stopping the engine, remove the oil
dipstick and check the oil level. Add oil
as necessary.
Replacing the Engine Oil Filter
Element
1. Turn the engine off.
2. Turn the engine oil filter (Figure 2)
counterclockwise with a wrench.
Figure 2
Figure 2
3. Remove the engine oil filter.
4. Clean the face of the filter mounting
flange and apply a light coat of oil to the
gasket of the new oil filter.
5.
Install a new filter element and tighten by
hand until the seal touches the housing.
6. Turn filter an additional 3/4 turn with a
box wrench. Tighten to 20 to 24 N·m
(14 to 17 lb-ft.).
7. Perform a trial run and check for oil
leaks.
Changing the Marine Gear Oil
Note: Refer to the Operation Manual
supplied with your marine gear
or sail-drive unit for service and
maintenance details.
During initial operation, the oil is quickly
contaminated due to the initial wear of
internal parts. The lubricating oil must
therefore be replaced early.
1. Remove the cap from the filler port and
attach an oil drain pump. Drain the
marine gear oil.
2. Fill the marine gear with clean marine
gear oil. See Marine Gear Oil
Specifications on page 31.
3. Perform a trial run and check for oil
leaks.
4. After approximately 10 minutes, stop
the engine and check the oil level. Add
oil if the level is too low.
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