LUBRICATION
Gearcase
Lubrication Points
Refer to Engine Maintenance and Inspection
Schedule for lubrication frequency and recom-
mended lubricant.
Replace gearcase lubricant after first 10 hours of
operation. Check level and condition of lubricant af-
ter next 50 hours of operation. Add lubricant if nec-
essary.
2
3
Thereafter, check level and condition of lubricant
every 50 hours. Replace lubricant every 100 hours
of operation or once each season, whichever oc-
curs first. Refill with Ultra-HPF gearcase lubricant.
If not available, Hi-Vis® or other marine gearcase
lube can be used, however, long term durability
may be affected with continued use. See your
DEALER.
IMPORTANT: The recommended gear lubricants
include special additives for marine applications.
Do not use automotive gear lubricants, 2-stroke or
1
4-stroke
engine oil, or any other oil or grease for
1.
2.
3.
Clamp screws
Steering handle
Tilt lock pin
gearcase applications.
With motor in normal operating position:
1)
Remove drain/fill plug and lubricant level plug
from side of gearcase and completely drain
gearcase of old lubricant.
2)
Examine drained lubricant for metal filings,
milky appearance, or black color with burnt
odor. If old lubricant has any of those character-
istics, see your DEALER. If drained lubricant is
in good condition, continue.
1
3)
Place tube of lubricant in drain/fill hole and fill
slowly until lubricant appears at lubricant level
hole. See Engine Specifications for gearcase
capacity.
4)
5)
Install lubricant level plug before removing tube
from drain/fill hole. Drain/fill plug can then be in-
stalled without loss of lubricant.
Securely tighten both plugs.
1.
Carburetor/throttle linkage, choke shaft
2
1
1
1.
2.
Drain/fill plug
Lubricant level plug
1.
Steering friction adjustment screw
Maintenance - 29
| Categories | BRP Brand Manuals, Johnson 2-Stroke Manuals, Johnson Brand Manuals, Johnson Outboard Manuals |
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| Document Type | Boat Motor Manual. Marine Operator's Engine Guide. |
| Tags | Johnson 3.5 hp, Johnson R |
| Model Year | 2004 |
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| Publisher | johnson.com |
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