Product Manual
Table Of Contents
- 25/30 EFI FourStroke
- Welcome
- Read This Manual Thoroughly
- Notice
- Warranty Message
- Copyright and Trademark Information
- Identification Records
- General Information
- Boater's Responsibilities
- Outboard Remote Control Models
- Exhaust Emissions
- Lanyard Stop Switch
- Protecting People in the Water
- Passenger Safety Message - Pontoon Boats and Deck Boats
- Wave and Wake Jumping
- High-Speed and High-Performance Boat Operation
- Impact with Underwater Hazards
- Safety Instructions for Hand-Tilled Outboards
- Safe Boating Recommendations
- Conditions Affecting Performance
- Recording Serial Number
- Model Year Production Code
- Component Identification
- Specifications
- Installation
- Transporting
- Fuel and Oil
- Features and Controls
- Operation
- Maintenance
- Cleaning Care
- EPA Emissions Regulations
- Inspection and Maintenance Schedule
- Maintenance Schedule Decal Icons
- Maintenance Schedule Decal
- Top Cowl Removal and Installation
- Cooling System
- Corrosion Control Anode
- Engine Oil
- Fuel System
- Gearcase Lubrication
- Lubrication Points
- Propeller Replacement
- Spark Plug Inspection and Replacement
- Storage
- Troubleshooting
- Owner Service Assistance
- Maintenance Log
- General Information
• Touch up any paint nicks. See your dealer for touch‑up paint.
• Spray Quicksilver or Mercury Precision Lubricants Corrosion Guard on
external metal surfaces (except corrosion control anodes).
Description Where Used Part No.
Corrosion Guard External metal surfaces 92-802878 55
Protecting Internal Engine Components
• Remove the spark plugs and add approximately 30 ml (1 oz) of engine oil
or inject a five second spray of storage seal inside of each cylinder.
• Rotate the flywheel manually several times to distribute the oil in the
cylinders. Install spark plugs.
• Change the engine oil.
Gearcase
•
Drain and refill the gearcase lubricant. Refer to Gearcase Lubrication.
Positioning Outboard for Storage
Store outboard in an upright (vertical) position to allow water to drain out of the
outboard.
NOTICE
Storing the outboard in a tilted position can damage the outboard. Water
trapped in the cooling passages or rain water collected in the propeller
exhaust outlet in the gearcase can freeze. Store the outboard in the full down
position.
Battery Storage
• Follow the battery manufacturer's instructions for storage and charging.
• Remove the battery from the boat and check water level. Charge if
necessary.
• Store the battery in a cool, dry place.
• Periodically check the water level and charge the battery during storage.
STORAGE
114 eng