Diagnostic
Clogged water passages
Cause: Deposit buildup from saltwater or polluted water not flushed after use
Diagnostic
Cause: Deposit buildup from saltwater or polluted water not flushed after use
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Ask Boat Guru about thisSpec · Tilted up, gearcase completely out of water conditions={"environment":"Saltwater or polluted water","status":"Not in use"}
Procedure · 1. Flush the internal water passages with fresh water after each use in salt or polluted water to prevent deposit buildup in the water passages. Refer to Maintenance – Flushing the Cooling System. 2. If the boat is mo...
Spec · Sum of both positive and negative cables conditions={"note":"Total combined length used to determine required wire gauge from chart"}
Procedure · 1. Flush out the outboard cooling system if operating in salt or polluted water. Refer to Flushing the Cooling System. 2. Wash off all salt deposits and flush out the exhaust outlet of the propeller and gearcase with ...
Diagnostic · Cause: Obstruction in the cooling water intake, water pump failure, or blockage in the cooling system Test: Visually inspect the water pump indicator hole for a steady stream of water after engine start; check cooling...