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NOTE:

8When flushing the engine with the boat in the water, tilting up the engine until it is completely out of the water will achieve better results.

8Refer to cooling system flushing instructions in “TRANSPORTING AND STORING OUTBOARD MOTOR”.

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MOTOR EXTERIOR

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Cleaning the Outboard Motor

After use, wash the exterior of the outboard with fresh water.

Flush the cooling system with fresh water.

NOTE:

Refer to Flushing Cooling System instruc-

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tions in “TRANSPORTING AND STORING OUTBOARD MOTOR”.

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Checking Painted Surface of Motor

Check the motor for scratches, nicks, or flaking paint. Areas with damaged paint are more likely to corrode. If necessary, clean and paint the areas. A touch-up paint is available from a Yamaha dealer.

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