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© 6/2016 Ilmor Marine Engines, Version 1.0
Section 6
LONG-TERM STORAGE
COLD WEATHER (FREEZING
TEMPERATURE), SEASONAL AND
EXTENDED STORAGE
NOTICE: Ilmor strongly recommends that this service be performed by
an authorized Ilmor Marine dealer or distributor. Damage caused by
freezing is not covered by the Ilmor warranty.
Stern-Drive Lay Up
1. Use a piece of wire to check the water drain passages in the drive unit
to ensure that they are open.
First anode cavity
drain passage
Under side of
gear housing
Second anode
cavity drain
passage
Figure 5-1
2. Change the stern-drive oil. See Changing the Stern-Drive Oil on page
4-12.
3. Perform all other checks, inspections, lubrication and fluid changes.
4. Place the stern-drive in the full DOWN/TRIM-IN position.
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CAUTION!
The stern-drive should be stored in the FULL DOWN/
TRIM-IN position. The universal joint bellows may develop a set if
the unit is stored in the raised position and may fail when the stern-
drive is returned to service.
