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SERVICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR
FUEL FILTER
FUEL HOSE
FUEL HOSE
HOSE CLAMPS
4.
Remove the fuel hoses from the
used filter, and discard the filter.
To ease hose removal, release the
hose clamps by squeezing the
clamp ends together with pliers
while pulling off the hoses.
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FUEL FILTER
ARROW
(Fuel Flow Direction)
HOSE CLAMPS
5.
Install the new filter on the fuel
hoses, with the fuel flow arrow
pointing toward the fuel pump as
shown. Fuel flow will be impeded
if the filter is installed backward.
6.
Connect the fuel hoses to the fuel
filter securely with the hose
clamps. Remove the fuel hose
clips used to close the fuel hoses.
7.
Securely connect the fuel hose
connector to the outboard motor
(refer to page
26
).
8.
Prime the engine using the priming
bulb (p.
27
). Check for fuel leaks.
Repair any fuel leaks if necessary.
9.
Install and lock the engine cover.
If loss of power or hard starting are
found to be caused by excessive
water or sediment accumulation in
the fuel filter, inspect the fuel tank.
Clean the fuel tank and tank filter if
necessary. It may be necessary to
drain the fuel tank completely and
refill with fresh gasoline.
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