Additional Recommendations; Pre-Season Service; Outboard Mounting Bolts; Gearcase Lubricant - BRP Evinrude E-Tec Series Service Manual

MAINTENANCE

PRE-SEASON SERVICE

Additional Recommendations

Top off oil reservoir.
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inspect the fuel filter. If there is debris in the fuel
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filter, it must be replaced.
Replace gearcase lubricant.
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Remove and inspect propeller.
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Clean and grease propeller shaft.
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Blow water from gearcase speedometer pickup
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system (gearcase speedometer models only).
Lubricate all grease fittings and linkages.
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Inspect outboard, steering system, and con-
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trols. Replace all damaged and worn compo-
nents. Refer to manufacturer's and lubrication
recommendations.
Touch up painted surfaces as needed. Coat
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outer painted surfaces with automotive wax.
Remove battery(s) from boat. Store in a cool,
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dry location. Periodically charge battery(s) while
stored. Refer to manufacturer's maintenance
recommendations when servicing batteries.
Store outboard in upright (vertical) position.
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Check for fuel leakage.
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WARNING
Failure to check for fuel leakage could
allow a leak to go undetected, resulting in
fire or explosion.
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PRE-SEASON SERVICE
If the outboard was removed from the boat for
storage, make sure that it has been reinstalled
with factory specified hardware. Refer to the
INSTALLATION AND PREDELIVERY section for
proper set-up procedures.

Outboard Mounting Bolts

Check and re-torque outboard mounting bolts to
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40 ft. lbs. (54 N·m).

Gearcase Lubricant

Check the lubricant level.
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Inspect gearcase for leaks. If leak is apparent,
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pressure and vacuum test gearcase.
Repair gearcase as needed.
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Battery(s)

Replace batteries that cannot be charged.
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Power Trim and Tilt

Remove filler cap and check fluid level.
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Inspect the power trim and tilt unit for leaks.
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Repair as needed.

Operational Checks

Steering system
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Remote controls
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SystemCheck gauge
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All other accessories and instrumentation
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Check Oil Injection Tank
Inspect the oil tank for leaks.
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Check Fuel System
Inspect entire fuel system for leaks prior to start-
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ing outboard.
Repair all leaks.
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Water Pump
Confirm that a steady stream of water flows
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from overboard indicator.
WARNING
Failure to check for fuel leakage could
allow a leak to go undetected, resulting in
fire or explosion.