GASOLINE STERNDRIVE INSTALLATION MANUAL
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NOTE: The quick release button on hose fitting must be positioned away from water inlet
fitting, or block-off plate if equipped. Release button must not contact water fitting or
block-off plate, if equipped.
NOTE: The hose must not come into contact with the steering system components or the
engine coupler and drive shaft.
3. Select a mounting location for coolant recovery bottle and mounting bracket that meets
all of the following:
•
Within limits of clear plastic tubing.
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Level with or above the heat exchanger fill neck.
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Accessible for observing coolant level and filling.
4. Mount coolant recovery bottle and mounting bracket in desired location using two
3/4 in. (19 mm) long screws and flat washers.
5. Route plastic tubing to recovery bottle. Ensure that tubing is positioned away from any
moving parts. Cut plastic tubing as required and connect to bottom connection on
recovery bottle and secure with tubing clamp provided.
6. Fasten plastic tubing to boat, as necessary, with 2 hose clips and 1/2 in. (13 mm) long
screws (provided).
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b
a
c
d
a -
Recovery Bottle And Mounting Bracket
b -
Screws And Flat Washers
c -
Plastic Tubing
d -
Tubing Clamp