Protecting Internal Engine Components; Protecting External Outboard Components; Gearcase; Positioning Outboard For Storage - Mercury 200 Pro XS Operation, Maintenance And Installation Manual

Flushing Device

Protecting Internal Engine Components

NOTE: Make sure the fuel system has been prepared for storage. Refer to Fuel
, preceding.
System
IMPORTANT: Refer to Spark Plug Inspection and Replacement for correct
procedure for removing spark plug leads.
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. Install the 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
Description
No.
Corrosion Guard
120

Gearcase

• Drain and refill the gearcase lubricant (refer to Gearcase Lubricant).

Positioning Outboard for Storage

Store outboard in an upright (vertical) position to allow water to drain out of the
outboard.
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STORAGE
9192
Where Used
External metal surfaces
69
91‑44357Q 2
Attaches to the water intakes; provides
a fresh water connection when flushing
the cooling system or operating the
engine.
Part No.
92-802878 55