Maintenance
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8.
Remove the outboard motor from the test
tank.
9.
Install the silencer cover/cap of fogging
hole and top cowling.
10. If the “Fogging Oil” is not available, run
the engine at a fast idle until the fuel sys-
tem becomes empty and the engine
stops.
11. Drain the cooling water completely out of
the motor. Clean the body thoroughly.
12. If the “Fogging Oil” is not available, re-
move the spark plug(s). Pour a teaspoon-
ful of clean engine oil into each cylinder.
Crank several times manually. Replace
the spark plug(s).
13. Drain the fuel from the fuel tank.
TIP:
Store the fuel tank in a dry, well-ventilated
place, not in direct sunlight.
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Lubrication
1.
Install the spark plug(s) and torque to
proper specification. For information on
spark plug installation, see page 44.
2.
Change the gear oil. For instructions, see
page 47. Inspect the oil for the presence
of water that indicates a leaky seal. Seal
replacement should be performed by an
authorized Yamaha dealer prior to use.
3.
Grease all grease fittings. For further de-
tails, see page 43.
TIP:
For long-term storage, fogging the engine
with oil is recommended. Contact your
Yamaha dealer for information about fogging
oil and procedures for your engine.
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Cleaning the outboard motor
After use, wash the exterior of the outboard
motor with fresh water. Flush the cooling sys-
tem with fresh water.
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Checking painted surface of outboard
motor
Check the outboard motor for scratches,
nicks, or flaking paint. Areas with damaged
paint are more likely to corrode. If necessary,
clean and paint the areas. A touch-up paint is
available from your Yamaha dealer.
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Periodic maintenance
WARNING
EWM01981
These procedures require mechanical
skills, tools, and supplies. If you do not
have the proper skills, tools, or supplies to
perform a maintenance procedure, have a
Yamaha dealer or other qualified mechan-
ic do the work.
The procedures involve disassembling
the motor and exposing dangerous parts.
To reduce the risk of injury from moving,
hot, or electrical parts:
●
Turn off the engine and keep engine
shut-off cord (lanyard) with you when
you perform maintenance unless other-
wise specified.
●
Allow the engine to cool before handling
hot parts or fluids.
●
Always completely reassemble the mo-
tor before operation.
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