VELVET DRIVE 5000 SERIES TRANMISSION
SERVICE MANUAL NUMBER 24
Page 8B-2
90-861327--1 OCTOBER 1999
Velvet Drive 5000A Down Angle Specifications
Identification
The transmission identification plate is located on the top left side of the transmission. Refer
to charts following to determine engine and transmission combinations.
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a
b
c
d
Transmission Identification Plate
a -
Model Number
b -
Ratio (In Forward)
c -
Serial Number
d -
Identification Plate Model Color Code
Transmission Ratios and Part Numbers
Ratio in Forward
Gear
1
Identification Plate
Color Code
Velvet Drive Model
Number
Mercury Marine Part
Number
1.5:1
20-01-003
805495A6
2:1
20-01-004
805495A4
2.5:1
Black
20-01-005
805495A5
2.8:1
20-01-006
805495A7
1
This ratio is shown on identification plate. Ratio may be rounded off in some cases.
Transmission Fluid Capacity
Model
U.S. Quarts (Liters)
5000A Down Angle (All Ratios)
3 (2.75)
1
1
: Always use dipstick to determine exact quantity of fluid required.
Transmission Fluid Specification
Model
Fluid Type
5000A Down Angle (All Ratios)
Automatic Transmission Fluid
(Dexron III) or Equivalent
Index