150 ProXS with 48 hours
Serial number 3B183803
Runs great, no water in lower unit, oil level has gone down a little bit and is dark after 30 hours. No visible leaks with cowling off or drain plug.
The motor leaves a small oil slick especially in the morning on first launch.
From what I can tell, it is coming from top vents on lower unit.
Any ideas or just take it to a Merc dealer?
Thank you!!
This picture was after idling for 10 minutes after first launch yesterday.
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Just bought 2023 Z18 with 2022 Merc 150 Pro XS....after 2 hour break in, puddle of oil under lower unit...same areas checked by myself as yours .... took back to BP...mechanic found seal in oil pump bad....parts ordered.
Thanks and sorry to hear about your issue on a new boat. My motor is a 2022 model as well, interesting.
It thinks its a 2 stroke or a Harley!
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Hey showmespec, did they order you this part? I may order it and do it myself instead of being without a boat for who knows how long. Thank you
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he said leak was oil pump not oil tank?Originally Posted by bassmasteria
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No way would I be tearing into my "less than 1 year old" 150 Fourstroke to fix an oil leak.
First and foremost: If you're using MERCURY's oil, it contains UV Trace Dye, meaning UV light (and glasses) can be used to help determine the "source" of the oil.
Get it in to the dealer for inspection.
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I’ll get it to a dealer for inspection. Thank you Don!!
BP Marine dealer doing work...told me oil pump seal....best advice is take it to a dealer.
Sorry for the delay.
Hate to hear you're down. Try your best to keep to one engine/poster per thread to help avoid confusion (I know you didn't intend to hi-jack the thread).
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