New Mercury 20 HP leaking Oil

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jmay75
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2011/08/03 14:00:22 (permalink)

New Mercury 20 HP leaking Oil

I just bought a new pontoon and purchased a brand new 20HP Mercury Outboard 4 stroke that is leaking oil. I only notice the oil in the water when we shut off the engine. I can't tell where its coming from. I know its not coming from the gear oil fill and drain plugs.

Any ideas what I should check before I take it back to the dealer?
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    tull66
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    RE: New Mercury 20 HP leaking Oil 2011/08/03 14:21:46 (permalink)
    I'd take it back if it is new. Keep in mind 1 drop of gas will make a 2 square foot "oil slick".

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    RE: New Mercury 20 HP leaking Oil 2011/08/04 00:54:08 (permalink)

    ORIGINAL: tull66

    I'd take it back if it is new. Keep in mind 1 drop of gas will make a 2 square foot "oil slick".


    +1

    Take it back. Even if it's a loose hose or something, it shouldn't be your problem if it's brand new.
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    RE: New Mercury 20 HP leaking Oil 2011/08/04 11:22:51 (permalink)

    "oil slick".


    nope...oilDIK!

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    RE: New Mercury 20 HP leaking Oil 2011/08/04 13:55:27 (permalink)
    I know that 2 strokes have a little oil in their exhaust, so common to see a little oil slick from them. Not sure if 4 strokes do the same. If it really looks like a leak, then take it back and have the dealer deal with it.
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    RE: New Mercury 20 HP leaking Oil 2011/08/04 14:04:27 (permalink)
    Engine needs time to brake in.
    Might be normal.


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    jmay75
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    RE: New Mercury 20 HP leaking Oil 2011/08/04 14:48:33 (permalink)
    Thats what I'm thinking...but my dealer said it wasn't normal.
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    RE: New Mercury 20 HP leaking Oil 2011/08/04 16:13:23 (permalink)
    definitely not normal. just sayin'

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    RE: New Mercury 20 HP leaking Oil 2011/08/04 17:42:04 (permalink)
    If its out of the water, connect to a water hose and a muff. Check for leaks.
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