Storage; Storage Preparation; Protecting External Outboard Components; Protecting Internal Engine Components - Mercury 5 HP FourStroke Propane Operation, Maintenance And Installation Manual

Storage Preparation

The major consideration in preparing your outboard for storage is to protect it
from rust, corrosion, and damage caused by freezing of trapped water.
The following storage procedures should be followed to prepare your outboard
for out of season storage or prolonged storage (two months or longer).

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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Corrosion Guard
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Protecting Internal Engine Components

• Remove the spark plug and inject a small amount of engine oil inside the
cylinder.
• Rotate the flywheel manually several times to distribute the oil in the
cylinder. Install spark plug.
• Change the engine oil.

Gearcase

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

Where Used
External metal surfaces
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