1999 "EE" Evinrude 70HP 4-Stroke Service Manual, P/N 787023, Page 21Get this manual
Lubrication &
To avoid accidental starting of engine while servicing, twist and remove all spark plug leadsRemove oil drainfill plug and oil level plug from gearcaseWith engine in normal operating position, allow oil to drain completely
To refill, place tube or pressure can nozzle of CIVIC UltraHPF gearcase lubricant in drainfill hole CDHi-Vis gearcase lube can be used as an alternate
INote If CIVIC Ultra-HPF gearcase lubricant is not available, CIVIC
With engine in normal operating position, fill until lubricant appears at oil level hole Install oil level plug before removing lubricant tube or pressure can nozzle from oil drainfill holeDrainfill plug can then be installed securely without oil loss Tighten plugs to torque of 11 -15 ftIbs(15-20 Nm)Steering System[The installer was instructed to grease the steering cable ram during installationPeriodic regreasing of the steering cable ram with CIVIC Triple-Guard grease is requiredRefer to FrequencyRefer to steering system manufacturer's information when servicing boat's steering system