Corrosion Control Anodes (350 Hp); Trim Wear Pad Replacement - Mercury 200 Verado FourStroke Operation, Maintenance & Warranty Manual

Corrosion Control Anodes (350 HP)

The outboard has corrosion control anodes at different locations. An anode
helps protect the outboard against galvanic corrosion by sacrificing its metal to
be slowly eroded instead of the outboard metals.
Each anode requires periodic inspection, especially in saltwater which will
accelerate the erosion. To maintain this corrosion protection, always replace
the anode before it is completely eroded. Never paint or apply a protective
coating on the anode, as this will reduce effectiveness of the anode.
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a - One control anode on the bottom of the antiventilation plate
b - One control anode on the bottom of the trim manifold
c - Two control anodes on the bottom of each power trim ram
d - One control anode on the bottom of the pedestal

Trim Wear Pad Replacement

The Verado engine utilizes thrust guide plates on either side of the driveshaft
housing to improve stability of the engine. As the engine is trimmed up or down,
the thrust guide plates will rub against the trim wear pads that are mounted on
either side of the trim manifold. Replace the trim wear pads if the heads of the
mounting screws become flush with the wear pad surface.
Refer to the Inspection and Maintenance Schedule for the proper
maintenance interval.
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