Specifications

MAINTENANCE
eng 81
EVERY 100 HOURS OR ONCE A YEAR, WHICHEVER
OCCURS FIRST
• Tighten the fasteners that secure the outboard to the boat
transom to the specified torque.
1.
Description Nm lb‑in. lb‑ft
Outboard mounting locknuts and
bolts – standard boat transom
75 – 55
Outboard mounting locknuts and
bolts – metal lift plates and setback
brackets
122 – 90
• Replace the water pump impeller (more often if overheating
occurs or reduced water pressure is noted).
1.
• Replace the spark plugs after the first 100 hours or first
year. After that, inspect the spark plugs every 100 hours or
once yearly. Replace the spark plugs as needed.
• Replace the water separating fuel filter.
• Use Quickleen in the fuel.
• Verify that the cowl seals are intact and not damaged.
• Check that the internal cowl sound reduction foam (if
equipped) is intact and not deteriorating.
• Ensure that the intake silencer (if equipped) is in place.
• Ensure that the idle relief muffler (if equipped) is in place.
• Check for loose hose clamps and rubber boots (if equipped)
on the air intake assembly.
EVERY 100 HOURS OF OPERATION
• Inspect the carbon fiber reeds for chipping or cracks.
BEFORE PERIODS OF STORAGE
•
Refer to Storage section.
Flushing the Cooling System
Flush the internal water passages of the outboard with fresh
water after each use in salt, polluted, or muddy water. This will
help prevent a buildup of deposits from clogging the internal
water passages.