Cold Weather Precautions; Striking Underwater Object - TOHATSU MFS 40A Owner's Manual

4. Inject a sufficient amount of engine oil
through the spark plug holes.
Pull the emergency starter rope several
times to circulate the oil throughout the
outboard motor.
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6. Cold weather precautions

If you moor your boat in cold weather at
temperatures below 0°C (32°F), there is
the danger of remained water freezing in
the cooling water pump, which may dam-
age the pump, impeller, etc. To avoid this
problem, submerge the lower half of the
outboard motor into the water.
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7. Striking underwater object

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CAUTION
Striking the sea bottom or an underwater
object may severely damage the outboard
motor.
Follow the procedure below and consult a
dealer as soon as possible.
1. Stop the engine immediately.
2. Check the control system, gear case,
boat transom etc.
3. Return to the nearest habor slowly and
carefully.
4. Consult a dealer check the outboard
motor before operation again.
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