Quicksilver 35-866340Q03 Mercruiser Oil Filter

Quicksilver Mercury/Mercruiser 35-866340Q03 Oil Filter

The Mercury/Mercruiser Quicksilver 866340Q03 Oil Filter fits all Mercury MerCruiser and Mercury inboard engines, except V-6 models with the filter mounted on the engine block. This oil filter features a metal shell that is over 50% thicker than conventional filters with a durable paint finish to resist corrosion even in saltwater environments.

Using the Quicksilver Mercruiser Oil Filter, Wholesale Marine recommends that you change your oil filter after every 100 hours of normal use or minimally once per season.

Continued use of the Quicksilver Mercruiser Oil Filter at every oil change will help to extend the service life of your boat engine.

Application:

• Mercury MerCruiser GM in-line 4-cylinder and 6-cylinder engines
• Mercury MerCruiser GM V-8 engines
• Mercury MerCruiser GM V-6 and V-8 engines with remote oil filter
• Crusader engines (replaces 201104)
• Chris Craft engines (283, 305, 307, 250, 454)
• OMC GM engines (replaces #502901 and 502902) except for filters mounted on remote brackets
• Pleasurecraft (PCM) GM engines (replaces R077002)
• Volvo-Penta (replaces 835440-9)

Mercury/Mercruiser Quicksilver 866340Q03 Oil Filter Replaces:

• Mercruiser
• 35-802885Q
• 32716
• 866340Q02
• 866340K01
• Sierra
• 18-7824-2
• 18-7876-1
• EMP
• 35-57801
• Crusader
• 201104
• OMC
• 502901
• 502902
• Pleasurecraft
• R077002
• Volvo Penta
• 835440-9

Quicksilver 866340Q03 Oil Filter Installation Instructions

1. Unscrew old filter and clean mounting base. Be sure old gasket is removed from mounting base
2. Apply a thin coat of oil to the filter gasket. Make sure the gasket is seated properly in base of the Quicksilver Mercruiser Oil Filter.
3. Screw on until the gasket contacts the base. Tighten 1 - 1-1/4 turn
4. Use an acceptable filter wrench if necessary. Do NOT exceed 1 - 1-1/4 turn
5. Refill the crankcase and run the engine while checking for leaks
6. Check oil level

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Quicksilver Mercury/Mercruiser 35-866340Q03 Oil Filter used for?

The Quicksilver 35-866340Q03 Oil Filter is designed for Mercury MerCruiser and Mercury inboard engines, with the exception of V-6 models that have the filter mounted directly on the engine block. It is also specified for several Crusader, Chris Craft, OMC, Pleasurecraft, and Volvo-Penta engine applications.

What Mercury MerCruiser engines does the Quicksilver 866340Q03 oil filter fit?

The Quicksilver 866340Q03 fits Mercury MerCruiser GM in-line 4-cylinder and 6-cylinder engines, GM V-8 engines, and GM V-6 and V-8 engines equipped with a remote oil filter. V-6 models with the filter mounted on the engine block are excluded.

Can the Quicksilver 866340Q03 oil filter be used in saltwater environments?

Yes. The Quicksilver 866340Q03 features a metal shell that is over 50% thicker than conventional filters and has a durable paint finish designed to resist corrosion, including in saltwater environments.

How often should the Quicksilver 866340Q03 oil filter be changed?

Wholesale Marine recommends changing the Quicksilver 866340Q03 oil filter after every 100 hours of normal use or at least once per season. The filter is intended to be replaced as part of an oil change to support continued engine service.

What engines and oil filter part numbers does the Quicksilver 866340Q03 replace?

The Quicksilver 866340Q03 replaces several listed oil filter part numbers, including MerCruiser 35-802885Q, 32716, 866340Q02, and 866340K01; Sierra 18-7824-2 and 18-7876-1; EMP 35-57801; Crusader 201104; OMC 502901 and 502902; Pleasurecraft R077002; and Volvo-Penta 835440-9.

How do you install the Quicksilver 866340Q03 oil filter?

Remove the old filter and clean the mounting base, making sure the old gasket is removed. Apply a thin coat of oil to the new filter gasket and seat it properly. Tighten the filter 1 to 1-1/4 turns after gasket contact. Refill the crankcase, run the engine while checking for leaks, and then check the oil level.

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