Procedure
1. Keep the outboard tilted down at all times so the gearcase is submerged when operating or moored in freezing or near-freezing temperatures. This prevents trapped water in the gearcase from freezing and damaging the water pump and other components. 2. If there is a chance of ice forming on the water, remove the outboard and drain it completely of water to prevent ice blockage in the driveshaft housing from restricting water flow to the engine.
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Ask Boat Guru about thisSpec · Tilted down, gearcase submerged at all times conditions={"temperature":"Freezing or near freezing"}
Diagnostic · Cause: Trapped water in the gearcase freezing when outboard is tilted up in freezing temperatures
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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...
Diagnostic · Cause: Ice forming inside the driveshaft housing, blocking water passages to the engine