TABLE OF CONTENTS
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Maintenance
Outboard Care...........................................................................74
EPA Emissions..........................................................................74
Inspection and Maintenance Schedule......................................75
Flushing the Cooling System.....................................................77
Top Cowl Removal and Installation...........................................79
Battery Inspection .....................................................................79
Exterior Care..............................................................................79
Fuel System...............................................................................80
Steering Link Rod Fasteners.....................................................81
Corrosion Control Anode ..........................................................82
Propeller Replacement .............................................................84
Fuse Replacement ‑ Electric Start Models ............................... 86
Spark Plug Inspection and Replacement...................................88
Timing Belt Inspection............................................................... 89
Changing Engine Oil .................................................................89
Lubrication Points .....................................................................92
Gearcase Lubrication.................................................................95
Checking Power Tilt Fluid..........................................................97
Submerged Outboard................................................................98
Storage
Storage Preparation...................................................................99
Protecting External Outboard Components.............................100
Protecting Internal Engine Components..................................100
Gearcase.................................................................................100
Positioning Outboard for Storage............................................101
Battery Storage........................................................................101