MerCruiser Axius 350 MAG, User Manual

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Section 5 - Maintenance
Page 102 90-899883234 JANUARY 2008
Sterndrive Surface Care
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a
b
c
d
e
f
g
Standard Bravo sterndrive
a - Sacrificial trim cylinder anode
b - Sacrificial anodic plate
c - Steering lever ground wire
d - Ground wire between the gimbal
ring and bell housing
e - Stainless steel hoses
f - Ground wire between the gimbal
housing and trim cylinder
g - Ground wire between the gimbal
ring and gimbal housing
We recommend the following maintenance items to help keep your sterndrive
corrosion‑free:
• Maintain a complete paint covering on the sterndrive.
• Check the finish regularly. Prime and paint nicks and scratches using Mercury enamel
paint and touch up paint. Use only tin–based anti–fouling paint or its equivalent on or
near aluminum surfaces below the waterline.
• If bare metal is showing, apply 2 coats paint.
Description Where used Part number
Mercury Phantom Black Bare metal 92‑ 802878‑1
• Spray all electrical connections with sealant.
Tube Ref No. Description Where Used Part No.
25
Liquid Neoprene All electrical connections 92- 25711 3
• Inspect the sacrificial trim tab or anode plate if equipped, at regular intervals and replace
it before it is half gone. If a stainless steel propeller is installed, additional anodes or a
MerCathode System will be required.
• Inspect the propeller shaft for fishing line, which can cause corrosion on a stainless
steel shaft.
• Remove the propeller at least every 60 days and lubricate the propeller shaft.
• Do not use lubricants containing graphite on or near the aluminum in saltwater.
• Do not paint trim tabs or the mounting surface.