Volvo Penta DPS Press test and filling procedure

This video demonstrates how to how to pressure test and a Volvo Penta DPS stern drive and how to properly fill the drive with gear lube.

[@geojones4718]

Ted you have saved me both money and the frustration of dealing with marine mechanics

[@tedsmarinerepair8956]

Your welcome, thaks for the positive feedback. Just are not enough of them out there with good training.

[@jesong]

I like it, excellent tips and explanation

[@craigcwillard]

Ted Great videos.

[@joedrakeford7968]

Hi, very good video. Is the oil level the same idea on the dp-e? Use the level plug rather than dipstick? Thanks!

[@tedsmarinerepair8956]

Yes, the level pug is behind the back cover. I fill from the bottom up, when it gets to the level of the vent (full) plug, let it sit until the lube stops coming out of the hole. Put the plug in and check the level with the dipstick in the top cover
use Synthetic Gear Oil
API GL-5 SAE 75W-90
Qty: approx 2.7 liters (2.85 US qts)

[@richarddoble]

One of my problems solved. I over filled the gearbox!!!! Do you have a link to the pressure vacuum tester you used. I have milky oil in the drive and the marina is saying the pressure test was good!! Want to test myself. Any ideas?

[@tedsmarinerepair8956]

www.stevensinstrument.com/shop
Tell them you need the VP DPS adapter or order it online at
marinepartssource.com/outdrive-filler-adapter-volvo-penta-3855932

[@mrlpowell2587]

Where do I get the pressure test tool?

[@mrlpowell2587]

Ah got it!

[@scottlubaczewski1411]

What about the vacuum test? Volvo service manual says pressure and vacuum test.

[@tedsmarinerepair8956]

Just forgot to put it in the video

[@MerkyOne]

Where did you get that pressure tester?

[@tedsmarinerepair8956]

It is a stevens instrument tester. Had this one for decades.

[@tedsmarinerepair8956]

www.stevensinstrument.com/gearcase.htm

[@fullaheadbatumi5315]

hello !