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Maintenance Log

Record all maintenance performed on your outboard here. Be sure to save all

work orders and receipts.

Date Maintenance Performed Engine Hours

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MAINTENANCE LOG

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Table of Contents7
General Information11
Boater's Responsibilities11
Before Operating Your Outboard11
Boat Horsepower Capacity11
High-Speed and High-Performance Boat Operation12
Propeller Selection12
Outboard Remote Control Models14
Lanyard Stop Switch14
Protecting People in the Water17
Passenger Safety Message - Pontoon Boats and Deck Boats17
Wave and Wake Jumping19
Impact with Underwater Hazards19
Exhaust Emissions21
Selecting Accessories for Your Outboard23
Safe Boating Recommendations23
Rear-Mounted Steering Tie Bar Requirements for Multiple Engine Applications Capable of 161 Km/H(100 Mph) Top Speeds or Higher26
Recording the Serial Number26
Specifications-500R27
Component Identification32
Gearcase Identification33
Transporting35
Trailering Boat/Outboard35
Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS)36
Fuel and Oil39
Fuel Requirements39
Fuel Additives40
Low Permeation Fuel Hose Requirement40
Fuel Demand Valve40
Engine Oil Recommendations-500R41
Checking and Adding Engine Oil41
Features and Controls45
Electronic Remote Control (ERC)45
Hot Foot55
Active Trim57
Adaptive Speed Control64
Advanced Sound Control64
Engine Synchronization (Multiple Engines)64
Helm Transfer65
Quick Steer67
Throttle and Shift Operation with Three or Four Engines67
Single-Lever Mode (Multiple Engines)70
Start/Stop All Engines71
Throttle-Only Mode72
Warning System73
Power Trim and Tilt75
Operation81
Important Daily Inspection before each Use81
Prestarting Check List81
Operating in Freezing Temperatures82
Operating in Saltwater or Polluted Water82
Operating at High Elevations82
Effects of Elevation and Weather on Performance83
Setting Trim Angle While Running Engine at Idle Speed84
Engine Break-In Procedure84
Fuel Supply Module Priming Procedure85
Starting the Engine86
Gear Shifting89
Stopping the Engine91
Cleaning Care Recommendations93
EPA Emissions Regulations95
Inspection and Maintenance Schedule96
500R Maintenance Schedule Decal99
Flushing the Cooling System99
Top Cowl Removal and Installation101
Battery Inspection104
Battery Connections and Cables104
Fuel System106
Corrosion Control Anodes110
Propeller Replacement-38.1 MM (1.5 In.) Diameter Propeller Shaft111
Spark Plug Inspection and Replacement114
Fuses117
Accessory Drive Belts120
Trim Thrust Guide Wear Pad120
Cooling System Strainers122
Checking Power Trim Fluid125
Checking Power Steering Fluid126
Changing Engine Oil and Filter128
Checking and Adding Engine Oil133
Adaptive Speed Control Propping with CDS G3135
Adaptive Speed Control Propping Without CDS G3137
Gearcase Lubricant138
Storage141
Storage Preparation141
Protecting External Outboard Components141
Protecting Internal Engine Components141
Gearcase142
Positioning Outboard for Storage142
Battery Storage142
Troubleshooting143
Starter Motor will Not Crank the Engine143
Engine will Not Start143
Engine Starts but will Not Shift into Gear143
Engine Runs Erratically143
Performance Loss144
Battery will Not Hold Charge144

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