Diagnostic
Cause: Water residue in the water pump freezes when ambient temperature drops below 0°C (32°F) Test: Check if the outboard motor is moored in cold weather with the lower unit out of the water Expected: Lower half of outboard motor submerged in water to prevent freezing
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Ask Boat Guru about thisSpec · 0 °C (32°F) conditions={"situation":"Mooring in cold weather","risk":"Water residue in pump may freeze and damage pump and impeller"}
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Spec · 0 °C (32°F) conditions={"context":"Mooring in cold weather; risk of water freezing in cooling system"}
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