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Preparing for boating after storage
(launching)
1. Replace all drain plugs.
2. Replace rubber caps and clamps or plugs.
3. Connect hoses and check their condition; tighten
clamps and connections.
4. Install boat drain plug, if removed.
5. Remove and inspect distributor cap and rotor. Re-
place distributor with a new one, if necessary.
6. Clean battery terminals and check battery charge.
7. With ignition switch in
OFF
position, install battery
and attach battery cables.
8. Spray terminals with Volvo Penta anticorrosion spray.
9. Open the fuel shut-off valve and check all fuel line
connections for leaks.
10.Check the flame arrestor and clean if necessary.
11. Make a thorough check of boat and engine for loose
or missing nuts and screws.
12.Pump the bilge dry and air out engine compartment.
Federal, state, and/or local regulations prohibit
the pumping of oil into any navigable waters.
13.Check all reservoir oil levels and fill as necessary.
14.Check drive and transom shield anodes. Clean or re-
place as necessary.
Off-season storage preparations
(“winterization”)
Be sure to properly winterize your Volvo Penta equipment.
Engine or drive damage can result from ignoring simple
preventive maintenance steps during autumn. Winterizing
gives you the assurance that your engine will run more
reliably and economically in the springtime.
Volvo Penta recommends that you have your Volvo Penta
dealer “winterize” your engine and drive. Your dealer will
provide the proper servicing and maintenance to ensure that
your equipment is treated and stored properly.
Exhaust system
Engine exhaust system
Periodically inspect the engine exhaust system. Check for
• Deteriorated hoses
• Burned hoses
• Loose clamps
• Evidence of water leaks
• Corrosion or blockage in the exhaust manifold and riser
WARNING!
Replace damaged or defective components, and
securely tighten all clamps. Any exhaust leak must be
repaired before you operate your boat. Exhaust leaks
release fumes that can create hazardous conditions for
operator and passengers.
Drive unit bellows
WARNING!
If you work on the drive bellows, secure the drive unit
in a raised position in such a way that it cannot fall. A
falling drive unit may cause serious bodily injury.
• Check the drive unit bellows for fractures and deteriora-
tion.
• Check tightness of all hose clamps.
• Check the drive unit bellows and clamps annually.
• Replace drive unit bellows and clamps every second year.
You may order the bellows separately, or as part of an
accessories kit. (The accessories kit also includes o-
rings, oils, washers, seals, and anodes.)
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