V Drive Light on......

(tyler97217) · (tyler97217) **Join Date: Aug 2004** 05-05-2006, 7:28 AM

On the way in last night I noticed my V-Drive light is staying on over 1000 RPM. It is just locked on. I am going to run it to the dealer for scheduled service anyway, but wanted to see if anyone had any tips on anything to check on.

(zacharoo) · (zacharoo) **Join Date: Nov 2005** 05-05-2006, 7:58 AM

If the light is on it means that the fluid level is to low for operation. Per the manual, just check the fluid level with the dip-stick and consult the OM for the proper fluid replacement type.

(three6ty) · (three6ty) **Join Date: Feb 2004** 05-05-2006, 7:59 AM

Your V-drive should no tbe leaking oil either. If it is there is a seal that needs replaced. ( $$$)

(trace) · (trace) **Join Date: Feb 2002** 05-05-2006, 8:18 AM

It is usually just the sending unit that is broken. They aren't very reliable - I've been thru 2 of them now.

(ebone66) · (ebone66) **Join Date: Dec 2005** 05-05-2006, 8:19 AM

I probably have the same light as you on my Moomba and the same problem. I called the dealership about it. It stays on in neutral and low RPM's but should go off when you get the boat moving.

discolafinger 05-05-2006, 8:27 AM

diggs did you check the level

ausbill32 05-05-2006, 8:51 AM

I just checked my Supra manual. Light will remain on until 1200 RPM. If light remains on after that check V-Drive fluid level. If level is ok, then you have no choice but to go see a dealer.

(tyler97217) · (tyler97217) **Join Date: Aug 2004** 05-05-2006, 8:52 AM

Have not checked level yet... was ready to get home last night and hit the sack.... I think I will run it to the dealer tomorrow since it is about ready for service anyway....
Elane
Correct the light should go out once you hit 1000RPM, but mine is not.

(seadawg) · (seadawg) **Join Date: Jan 2006** 05-05-2006, 5:13 PM

Unless you are low on fluid, then Trace probably gave you the right answer - a bad sending unit. I went through this at the end of last season, my fluid level was fine so I swapped the unit and it's golden now.

The other thing it could be is a leak in one of your hoses. Dealer can check that for you. Replacing the pressure sensor/sender is less than 40 bucks if you do it yourself, and it's easy.

By the way, if the fluid level is low, fill it up via the dipstick hole with SAE 30.

(wake_upppp) · (wake_upppp) **Join Date: Nov 2003** 05-05-2006, 5:21 PM

Might wanna check on the type of fluid. My "Walter" V-Drive in my new Sanger takes 80-90w gear lube.

(seadawg) · (seadawg) **Join Date: Jan 2006** 05-05-2006, 10:03 PM

<shrug> That's the information I got from the Walter support tech who helped me through my V-Drive issue.

(wake_upppp) · (wake_upppp) **Join Date: Nov 2003** 05-05-2006, 10:09 PM

Interesting. My info came straight from Sanger, but my owners manual actually states either can be used. Since I was just topping mine off, I wanted to use what was already in there.

(tyler97217) · (tyler97217) **Join Date: Aug 2004** 05-06-2006, 1:04 PM

Thanks for everyones help. My dealer came and grabbed it today and will sneak a peak to make sure all is good. Thanks again for everyones help!