Section 5 - Maintenance
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Tube Ref No.
Description
Where Used
Part No.
120
Corrosion Guard
Engine surfaces
92-802878 55
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Inspect the air filter every two months or every 50 hours, whichever occurs first
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Ensure that the gauges and the wiring connections are secure. Clean the gauges every two months or every 50 hours,
whichever occurs first. If operating in saltwater, the interval is reduced to every 25 hours or 30 days whichever occurs first.
Scheduled Maintenance
After First 25 Hours and not to Exceed 30 Hours
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Change the engine oil and filter
Annually
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Touch up the power package with paint and spray with Corrosion Guard
Tube Ref No.
Description
Where Used
Part No.
120
Corrosion Guard
Engine surfaces
92-802878 55
Every 100 Hours or Annually (Whichever Occurs First)
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Change the engine oil and filter
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Change the sterndrive gear lube
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Torque the gimbal ring U‑bolt locknuts
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Check the steering system and the remote control for loose, missing, or damaged parts. Lubricate the cables and linkages.
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Inspect the sterndrive U‑joints and lubricate the splines. Inspect the bellows, the exhaust tube, and check the clamps for
tightness.
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Inspect the gimbal bearing and lubricate the engine coupler every 50 hours if operated at idle for prolonged periods of time
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Check the continuity circuit for loose or damaged connections. If equipped with MerCathode®, test the unit output.
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Check the electrical system for loose, damaged, or corroded fasteners
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Driveshaft extension models: inspect the driveshaft U‑joints, transom end (tailstock) bearings, and engine end (output)
bearings for wear
Every 200 Hours or Annually (Whichever Occurs First)
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Visual inspection for leaks
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Change the engine oil
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Replace the oil filter element
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Replace the fuel water separator filter
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Check the power steering fluid level
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Check the closed cooling fluid level
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Inspect the air filter element and clean if necessary
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Check the condition of alternator and power steering pump ribbed V‑belt
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Check the condition of the fuel injection pump toothed belt
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Clean the seawater/freshwater filter
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Inspect the seawater pump and replace the impeller if necessary
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Inspect the sacrificial anode and replace if necessary
Every 500 Hours or 5 Years (Whichever Occurs First)
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Inspect and clean, as required, the turbocharger intercooler core
Every 1000 Hours or 5 Years (Whichever Occurs First)
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Clean the fuel tank
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Clean the air filter element
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Inspect and clean, as required, the pipe bundles of the heat exchanger
Every 2000 Hours or 5 Years (Whichever Occurs First)
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Replace the fuel injection pump belt