MAINTENANCE
SERVICE MANUAL NUMBER 28
Gas Sterndrive(Continued)
Scheduled Maintenance *
Every Every
Every Every
2 5
Every
100
hours or
Annually
200
hours hours
300
Annu-
ally
or 3
or 3 years years
years years
Touch-up power package paint and spray with Corro-
sion Guard.
D
L
Change crankcase oil and filter.
D
D
D
L
L
L
Change sterndrive unit oil and retorque connection of
gimbal ring to steering shaft.
Replace fuel filter(s).
Check steering system and remote control for loose,
missing or damaged parts. Lubricate cables and link-
ages.
D
L
Inspect U-joints, splines and bellows. Check clamps.
Check engine alignment. Lubricate U-joints splines.
D
L
L
L
L
L
Lubricate gimbal bearing and engine coupler.
D
*
Check continuity circuit for loose or damaged connec-
tions. Test MerCathodeR unit output on Bravo Models.
D
Retorque engine mounts.
D
D
Check spark plugs, wires, distributor cap and ignition
timing. Check and adjust idle speed.
Clean flame arrestor and crankcase ventilation hoses.
Replace PCV valve.
D
L
Check electrical system for loose, damaged or corroded
fasteners.
D
D
D
L
L
L
Inspect condition and tension of belts.
Check cooling system and exhaust system hose clamps
for tightness. Inspect both systems for damage or leaks.
Disassemble and inspect seawater pump and replace
worn components.
D
D
L
L
Clean seawater section of closed cooling system.
Clean, inspect and test pressure cap.
Replace coolant.
x
D
L
*
Only perform maintenance that applies to your particular power package
D Standard Models
L Horizon Models
z
Whichever
Occurs
First
x
Interval
will
be
reduced
if
not
using
extended
life
coolant.
*
Lubricate engine coupler every 50 hours if operated at idle for prolonged periods of time.
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90-863160 MAY 2000
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Marine readers have rated Mercury MerCruiser Bravo Outdrives Sterndrives Marine Engines Service Manual Number 28 3.0 out of 3.0 based on 1 product reviews. I could not find any mention of the seawater pump assembly.
Maybe I have the wrong unit