Protecting External Outboard Components; Protecting Internal Engine Components; Jet Drive; Positioning Outboard For Storage - Mercury 40 jet fourstroke User Manual

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).
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Ref No.
120

Protecting Internal Engine Components

• Remove the spark plugs and add approximately 30 ml (1
oz.) of engine oil or inject a five second spray of storage
seal into each spark plug hole.
• Rotate the flywheel manually several times to distribute the
oil in the cylinders. Reinstall spark plugs.
• Change the engine oil.

Jet Drive

• Pump extra grease into the jet drive bearing to purge out
moisture.

Positioning Outboard for Storage

Store the outboard in an upright (vertical) position. This will allow
water to drain out of the outboard.

Battery Storage

• Follow the battery manufacturer's instructions for storage
and charging.
• Remove the battery from the boat and check water level.
Charge if necessary.
• Store the battery in a cool, dry place.
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STORAGE
Description
Corrosion
Guard
Where Used
External metal surfaces
105
Part No.
92-802878 55