Protecting External Outboard Components; Gearcase; Positioning Outboard For Storage; Battery Storage - Mercury 135 OptiMax Manual

1. Remove the spark plugs. Add approximately 30 ml (1 oz.) of engine oil or inject a five second
spray of storage seal into each spark plug hole.
2. Rotate the flywheel manually several times to distribute the oil or storage seal in the cylinders.
3. Re-install spark plugs.

Protecting External Outboard Components

• Lubricate all outboard components listed in Maintenance - Inspection and Maintenance
Schedule.
• Touch up any paint nicks. See your dealer for touch-up paint.
• Spray Quicksilver or Mercury Precision Lubricants Corrosion Guard on external metal surfaces
(except corrosion control anodes).
Tube Ref No.
Corrosion Guard
120

Gearcase

• Drain and refill the gearcase lubricant (refer to Maintenance - Gearcase Lubrication).

Positioning Outboard For Storage

Store outboard in an upright (vertical) position to allow water to drain out of outboard.
Storing the outboard in a tilted position can damage the outboard. Water trapped in the cooling
passages or rain water collected in the propeller exhaust outlet in the gearcase can freeze. Store the
outboard in the full down position.

Battery Storage

• Follow the battery manufacturer's instructions for storage and recharging.
• Remove the battery from the boat and check water level. Recharge if necessary.
• Store the battery in a cool, dry place.
• Periodically check the water level and recharge the battery during storage.
STORAGE
Description
NOTICE
Where Used
External metal surfaces
50
Part No.
92-802878Q55