AFTER EACH USE
•
Flush out the outboard cooling system if operating in salt or polluted
water. Refer to
Flushing the Cooling System
.
•
Wash off all salt deposits and flush out the exhaust outlet of the propeller
and gearcase with fresh water if operating in saltwater.
EVERY 100 HOURS OF USE OR ONCE YEARLY, WHICHEVER
OCCURS FIRST
•
Lubricate all lubrication points. Lubricate more frequently when used in
saltwater. Refer to
Lubrication Points
.
•
Change engine oil and replace the oil filter. The oil should be changed
more often when the engine is operated under adverse conditions such as
extended trolling. Refer to
Changing Engine Oil
.
•
Inspect thermostat visually for corrosion and broken spring. Make sure
thermostat closes completely at room temperature.
1.
•
Check engine fuel filter for contaminants. Refer to
Fuel System
.
•
Check engine timing setup.
1.
•
Check corrosion control anodes. Check more frequently when used in
saltwater. Refer to
Corrosion Control Anode
.
•
Drain and replace gearcase lubricant. Refer to
Gearcase Lubrication
.
•
Lubricate splines on the driveshaft.
1.
•
Inspect battery. Refer to
Battery Inspection
.
•
Inspect timing belt. Refer to
Timing Belt Inspection
.
•
Check tightness of bolts, nuts, and other fasteners.
EVERY 300 HOURS OF USE OR THREE YEARS
•
Replace spark plugs at first 300 hours or third year. After that, inspect
spark plugs every 300 hours or three years. Replace spark plugs as
needed. Refer to
Spark Plug Inspection and Replacement
.
•
Replace water pump impeller (more often if overheating occurs or
reduced water pressure is noted).
1.
•
Check and adjust valve clearance, if necessary.
1.
BEFORE PERIODS OF STORAGE
•
Refer to storage procedure. Refer to
Storage
section.
Flushing the Cooling System
Flush the internal water passages of the outboard with fresh water after each
use in salt, polluted, or muddy water. This will help prevent a buildup of
deposits from clogging the internal water passages.
IMPORTANT: The engine must be run during flushing in order to open the
thermostat and circulate water through the water passages.
1.
These items should be serviced by an authorized dealer.
MAINTENANCE
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