Mercury 40 Jet Manual page 7

TABLE OF CONTENTS
MAINTENANCE
Outboard Care...........................................................................65
EPA Emissions..........................................................................65
Inspection and Maintenance Schedule......................................66
Flushing the Cooling System.....................................................68
Top Cowl Removal and Installation...........................................69
Exterior Care..............................................................................70
Battery Inspection .....................................................................70
Fuel System...............................................................................71
Steering Link Rod Fasteners.....................................................72
Corrosion Control Anode...........................................................74
Spark Plug Inspection and Replacement................................... 74
Steering Pull Adjustment...........................................................76
Worn/Dull Impeller.....................................................................76
Impeller Clearance Adjustment.................................................. 77
Fuse Replacement..................................................................... 78
Timing Belt Inspection...............................................................79
Lubrication Points......................................................................80
Checking Power Trim Fluid........................................................84
Changing Engine Oil .................................................................84
Submerged Outboard................................................................86
STORAGE
Storage Preparation................................................................... 87
Protecting External Outboard Components...............................88
Protecting Internal Engine Components....................................88
Jet Drive.....................................................................................88
Positioning Outboard for Storage..............................................88
Battery Storage..........................................................................88
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