Product Manual

Operation
Operating in Freezing Temperatures
................................................................ 23
Operating in Saltwater or Polluted Water......................................................... 23
Engine Break‑in Procedure...............................................................................23
Starting the Engine........................................................................................... 23
Gear Shifting .................................................................................................... 27
Stopping the Engine......................................................................................... 28
Emergency Starting.......................................................................................... 29
Maintenance
Outboard Care
.................................................................................................. 31
EPA Emissions Regulations............................................................................. 31
Inspection and Maintenance Schedule............................................................. 32
Flushing the Cooling System............................................................................ 33
Top Cowl Removal and Installation.................................................................. 34
Corrosion Control Anode.................................................................................. 35
Exterior Care.....................................................................................................35
Fuel System...................................................................................................... 35
Propeller Replacement..................................................................................... 36
Spark Plug Inspection and Replacement..........................................................38
Lubrication Points............................................................................................. 39
Changing Engine Oil......................................................................................... 41
Gearcase Lubrication........................................................................................42
Submerged Outboard....................................................................................... 44
Storage
Storage Preparation
..........................................................................................45
Protecting External Outboard Components...................................................... 45
Protecting Internal Engine Components........................................................... 45
Gearcase.......................................................................................................... 45
Positioning Outboard for Storage..................................................................... 46
Owner Service Assistance
Service Assistance
........................................................................................... 47
Ordering Literature............................................................................................49
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