MAINTENANCE
SERVICE MANUAL NUMBER 26
Maintenance Schedule
Maintenance Intervals
Maintenance intervals and the tasks to be performed, as shown in this current schedule, or
as found in previously printed schedules, are generally based on an average boating
application and environment. However, individual operating habits and personal mainte-
nance preferences can have an impact on the suggested intervals. In consideration of these
factors, MerCruiser has adjusted some maintenance intervals and corresponding tasks to
be performed. In some cases, this may allow for more individual tasks to be performed in
a single visit to the servicing dealer, rather than multiple visits. Therefore, it is very important
that the boat owner and servicing dealer discuss the current Maintenance Schedule and
develop appropriate maintenance intervals to coincide with the individual operating habits,
environment and maintenance requirements.
Scheduled Maintenance That Can Be Performed By Owner/Operator
NOTE: Only perform maintenance which applies to your particular power package.
Task
Interval
Engine Crankcase Oil - Check level.
Closed Cooling Coolant - Check level.
Power Steering Fluid - Check level.
Sterndrive Unit Oil - Check level.
Battery - Check level and inspect for
damage.
Weekly
Fuel Pump Sight Tube (If Equipped) - Check
that no fuel is present.
Power Trim Pump Oil - Check level.
Anodes - Inspect for erosion.
Gear Housing Water Pickups - Check for
marine growth or debris.
Drive Belts (All) - Inspect condition and Every 100 hours of operation or 120 days,
check tension.
whichever occurs first.
Saltwater Use: Every 50 hours of operation
or 60 days, whichever occurs first.
Propeller Shaft - Lubricate.
Freshwater Use: Every 100 hours of
operation or 120 days, whichever occurs
first.
Power Package Exterior Surfaces - Spray
with rust preventative.
Power Package Exterior Surfaces - Clean
and paint.
Once a year
Cooling System - Flush seawater section. Saltwater Use: After every use.
Index
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