Lubrication; Cleaning The Outboard Motor; Checking Painted Surface Of Outboard Motor; Periodic Maintenance - Yamaha F2.5A Owner's Manual

Maintenance
12. If "Fogging Oil" is not available, run the
engine at engine idle speed until the fuel
system empties and the engine stops.
Check that the engine has stopped, and
then remove the spark plug. Pour a tea-
spoonful of clean engine oil into the cyl-
inder. Crank several times manually.
Install the spark plug.
13. Turn off the water supply to the outboard
motor, and then remove the water flush
plug and tape.
14. Drain the cooling water completely out of
the outboard motor. Clean the body
thoroughly. Install the fogging hole cap
and top cowling.
15. Install the propeller. For further informa-
tion, see page 79.
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Lubrication

1. Install the spark plug and torque to prop-
er specification. For information on spark
plug installation, see page 73.
2. Change the gear oil. For instructions, see
page 80. Inspect the oil for the presence
of water that indicates a leaky seal. Seal
replacement should be performed by an
authorized Yamaha dealer prior to use.
3. Grease all grease fittings. For further de-
tails, see page 71.
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TIP:
For long-term storage, fogging the engine
with oil is recommended. Contact your
Yamaha dealer for information about fogging
oil and procedures for your engine.
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Cleaning the outboard motor

When cleaning the outboard motor, the top
cowling must be installed.
1. Wash the exterior of the outboard motor
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using fresh water. NOTICE: Do not
spray water into the air intake.
1. Air intake
2. Drain the cooling water completely out of
the outboard motor. Clean the body
thoroughly.
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Checking painted surface of outboard
motor
Check the outboard motor for scratches,
nicks, or flaking paint. Areas with damaged
paint are more likely to corrode. If necessary,
clean and paint the areas. A touch-up paint is
available from your Yamaha dealer.
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WARNING
These procedures require mechanical
skills, tools, and supplies. If you do not
have the proper skills, tools, or supplies to

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