Mercury 2.8 Diesel, Operation & Maintenance Manual

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Section 4 - Maintenance
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DECEMBER 2015 Page 79
Sterndrive Surface Care
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:
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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 antifouling paint or its equivalent on or near aluminum surfaces below the waterline.
• If bare metal is showing, apply two coats of 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.
Lubrication
Steering System
!
WARNING
Incorrect cable lubrication can cause hydraulic lock, leading to serious injury or death from loss of boat control. Completely
retract the end of the steering cable before applying lubricant.
NOTE: If the steering cable does not have a grease fitting, the inner wire of the cable cannot be greased.
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