Procedure
1. Before adding fuel stabilizer additive, drain the carburetor (See page 80). 2. Follow the instructions on the label when adding the fuel stabilizer additive. 3. After adding the additive, let the outboard motor run in the water for 10 minutes to make sure any old fuel in the fuel system has been completely replaced by the fuel with additive. 4. Turn the engine OFF.
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