Diagnostic
Cause: Outboard left tilted up in freezing or near-freezing temperatures, allowing trapped water in the gearcase to freeze Test: Inspect water pump and gearcase components for freeze damage if outboard was stored tilted up in freezing conditions
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Ask Boat Guru about thisSpec · Tilted up, gearcase completely out of water conditions={"environment":"Saltwater or polluted water (except freezing temperatures)"}
Procedure · 1. Keep the outboard tilted down at all times when moored or operating in freezing or near-freezing temperatures so the gearcase remains submerged. This prevents trapped water in the gearcase from freezing and damagin...
Spec · Tilted down, gearcase submerged at all times conditions={"environment":"Freezing or near-freezing temperatures"}
Procedure · 1. Store the outboard in the full down (upright/vertical) position to allow water to drain out and prevent freezing of water trapped in cooling passages or propeller exhaust outlet. WARNING: Storing the outboard in a ...
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