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Storage
Long-Term Storage
(Winterization)
Note: The Long-Term Storage procedure can
be used to prime the oiling system.
Winterization requires a specific process of
steps.
Closely follow the applicable winterization
procedure for your outboard:
• Remote control
• Tiller control
• Remote control with foot throttle
If you are unsure which procedure is right for
you, contact your Dealer for assistance.
You can confirm your outboard enters winter-
ization mode when the engine runs at fast idle
and:
•The SystemCheck gauge lights flash (if
equipped).
•The ICON gauge displays winterization
message (if equipped).
Preparation
Your outboard can be winterized in the water.
If winterizing in water, make sure the water
intake screens are completely submerged.
1) Stabilize the engine’s fuel supply. Add
2+4 Fuel Conditioner following instruc-
tions on container. Fill fuel tank.
2) If winterizing on a trailer, remove the
propeller. Attach a garden hose to flush-
ing port and turn on the water. Refer to
Flushing on page 59.
3) Outboard must be in NEUTRAL, and re-
mote control and shift linkage must be in
NEUTRAL position at all times during win-
terization procedure.
Remote Control Outboards
1) For side mount controls, fully lift the fast
idle lever. Start the outboard. Outboard
runs at slow idle speed.
For binnacle or concealed side mount
controls, press fast idle button and fully
advance throttle handle. Start the out-
board. Outboard runs at slow idle speed.
2) After outboard runs for at least 15 sec-
onds:
For side mount controls, lower fast idle
lever.
For binnacle or concealed side mount
controls, return throttle handle to IDLE
position.
WARNING
Outboard must be in NEUTRAL before
performing winterization. Starting out-
board in gear can cause personal injury.
If winterizing on a trailer, the propeller
must be removed before performing pro-
cedure. Failure to remove propeller can
cause personal injury or death.
Side Mount Control – Typical 006455A
Binnacle Control – Typical 006456
Concealed Side Mount Control – Typical 006457
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