STORAGE
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Protecting External Outboard Components
• Lubricate all outboard components listed in Maintenance ‑
Inspection and Maintenance Schedule.
• 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).
Tube Ref No. Description Where Used Part No.
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Corrosion Guard
External metal
surfaces
92-802878-5
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Gearcase
• Drain and refill the gearcase lubricant (refer to Maintenance ‑
Gearcase Lubrication).
Positioning Outboard For Storage
Store outboard in an upright (vertical) position to allow water to
drain out of outboard.
NOTICE
Storing the outboard in a tilted position can trap water in cooling
passages due to inadequate drainage. In freezing temperatures,
remaining cooling water or rain water trapped in the propeller
exhaust outlet in the gearcase can freeze, damaging the
outboard. Store the outboard in the full down position.
Battery Storage
• Follow the battery manufacturer's instructions for storage and
recharging.
• Remove the battery from the boat and check water level.
Recharge if necessary.
• Store the battery in a cool, dry place.
• Periodically check the water level and recharge the battery
during storage.
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