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CORROSION PROTECTION - ALL MODELS SERVICE MANUAL NUMBER 28
Page 7A-22 90-863160 MAY 2000
TRIM CYLINDER CORRODING
Cause
Special Instructions
Continuity lost between trim cylinder
and drive unit.
Install proper continuity devices.
ONLY ONE OR TWO COMPONENTS CORRODING
Cause
Special Instructions
Continuity lost between drive unit and
components.
If not already done, install Continuity
Circuit Kit 99940A1.
CORROSION IN THE EXHAUST OUTLET AREA
Cause
Special Instructions
Exhaust gas deposits accumulating
on the drive exterior can result in paint
blistering and corrosion.
Remove deposits with marine or
automotive wax.
CORROSION OCCURS AFTER THE UNIT IS REMOVED FROM THE WATER
Cause
Special Instructions
Salt crystals remaining on the surface
of the drive components combine with
high humidity to cause electrolyte
formation, resulting in corrosion.
Wash drive exterior and flush drive interior
with fresh water.
CORROSION BETWEEN SURFACES
Cause
Special Instructions
Salt buildup between surfaces. Protect mating parts with Quicksilver
Special Lubricant 101 (92-13872A1),
Quicksilver 2-4-C Marine Lubricant
(92-825407A2) or Perfect Seal
(92-34227-1).
ALUMINUM CORRODING IN LUBRICATED AREAS
Cause
Special Instructions
Graphite in the lubricant. Never use lubricants containing
graphite because they accelerate
corrosion. Use specially formulated
Quicksilver marine lubricants.
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