Fluids to check?

[mountainbyker]

Hi everyone, I'm a relatively new owner of a 2012 260DA with with the Merc 350MPI. I've struggled to find a list of fluids to check and how frequently. Aside from oil, please let me know what else should be checked and how frequently. I recall seeing a reservoir for gear lube but not sure how often it needs to be checked.

Thanks in advance!

Paul

 

[CliffA]

Hi everyone, I'm a relatively new owner of a 2012 260DA with with the Merc 350MPI. I've struggled to find a list of fluids to check and how frequently. Aside from oil, please let me know what else should be checked and how frequently. I recall seeing a reservoir for gear lube but not sure how often it needs to be checked.

Thanks in advance!

Paul

Paul,
it would be much easier if you got the service manual for your engine....this will have an entire section dedicated to routine maintenance....get the serial number off of the engine and do a google search for 'Mercruiser 5.7 Service Manual' and pick the right manual that covers your serial number....

cliff

 

[Westie]

Engine oil
Gear lube oil
coolant (if you have closed cooling)
trim tab fluid
drive trim fluid
power steering fluid
as well all belts and hoses

The above checked every day that you use your boat.

Battery water level check at least once a month, weekly if you use your boat a lot.