Cooling System; Engine Flushing - BRP Evinrude E-TEC G2 Service Manual

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Close clamp ear fully with Oetiker pincers (pli-
ers).
2
1
1. Open clamp
2. Closed clamp
Clamp Removal
Method 1: Position Oetiker pincers across clamp
ear and cut clamp.
Method 2: Lift end of stepless clamp with screw-
driver.
Use Oetiker pincers (pliers) to grip clamp. Pull
clamp off of connection and discard.

Cooling System

Check the condition of cooling system compo-
nents regularly:
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water intake screens
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water pump
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all internal water passages
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thermostats
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all external water hoses and fittings
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vapor separator cooling passages and fittings
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EMM cooling passages and fittings
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overboard water pressure indicator.
Water Intake Screens
000092
Inspect condition of water intake screens. Clean
or replace as needed.
Confirm function of overboard water pressure indi-
cator.
1. Water intake screens
000108

Engine Flushing

Flush the outboard with fresh water following each
use in brackish, salt, or polluted water to minimize
the accumulation of scale and silt deposits in cool-
ing system passages.
The outboard can be flushed on the trailer or at
dockside; running or not running.
IMPORTANT:
well ventilated area with appropriate ground drain-
age during the flushing procedures.
Keep water inlet pressure between 20 to 40 psi
000090
(140 to 275 kPa).
Routine Service
Maintenance
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1
The outboard must be located in a
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