Evinrude e-tec 2005, Manual

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M
AINTENANCE
S
CHEDULE
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Routine maintenance is necessary for all mechanized products. Periodic maintenance contrib-
utes to the product’s life span. The following maintenance chart provides guidelines for out-
board maintenance and inspection scheduled to be performed by an authorized Dealer. The
schedule should be adjusted according to operating conditions and use.
The recommended lubricants have been formulated to protect bearings, gears and engine
components. They must be used to avoid damage caused by improper lubrication.
Description
Engine
Care
Product
Every 300
Hours or
Three Years
(1)
(1) When used in normal recreational use. Common sense dictates when using an Evinrude E-TEC
outboard for commercial or other heavy use that you check these items more frequently (annual
checks are recommended).
Electrical and ignition wires, inspect for wear or chafing
Engine to transom mounting hardware, re-torque (40 ft. lbs.)
Fasteners, inspect any loosened components
Fuel and oil system components, inspect and repair leaks
(2)
(2) Emission-related component
Fuel filter, replace
Gearcase lubricant, replace A
Grease fittings, lubricate
(3)
(3) Annually in salt water applications – Refer to Salt Water Lubrication Points on page 23
Muffler foam, inspect and replace if necessary
Propeller shaft splines, inspect and lubricate
(3)
B
Spark plugs, inspect and replace if necessary
(2)
Steering handle, inspect and lubricate
B
Thermostats, inspect
(2)
Throttle cable, inspect and re-tension
Water pump, inspect or replace if necessary
A.
Ultra-HPF
gearcase lubricant
B.
Triple Guard
grease