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TAKING CARE OF UNEXPECTED PROBLEMS
3. Change the engine oil and oil filter
as described on p. 99 – 103. If there
was water in the engine crankcase,
or if the used engine oil showed
signs of water contamination, then
a second engine oil change should
be performed after running the
engine for half an hour.
4. Remove the spark plugs (p. 106).
Operate the starter to expel water
from the engine's cylinder.
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5. Pour a teaspoon (p. 122) of engine
oil into each spark plug hole to
lubricate the inside of the cylinders.
Reinstall the spark plugs.
If the engine was running when it
submerged, there may be
mechanical damage, such as bent
connecting rods. If the engine binds
when cranked, do not attempt to
run the engine until it has been
repaired.
6. Attempt to start the engine (be sure
the water level is at least 2 inches
above the antiventilation plate).
If you are changing the oil filter while
the outboard motor is out of the
water, use commercially available ear
muffs and water hose to supply water.
Running the outboard motor without
sufficient cooling water will damage
the water pump and overheat the
engine.
If the engine fails to start, remove
the spark plugs and dry them, then
reinstall the spark plugs and
attempt to start the engine again.
If the engine starts, and no
mechanical damage is evident,
continue to run the engine for a half
hour or longer. Be sure the water
level is at least 2 inches (5 cm)
above the antiventilation plate to
avoid overheating and water pump
damage.
7. As soon as possible, take the
outboard motor to an authorized
Marine dealer for inspection and
service.
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