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MOTOR EXTERIOR

Cleaning the Outboard Motor

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

Cleaning cooling-water passages NOTE:

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

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. Consult a Yamaha dealer for touch-up paint.

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COATING THE BOAT BOTTOM

A clean hull improves boat performance. The boat bottom should be kept as clean of marine growths as possible. If neces- sary, the boat bottom can be coated with an anti-fouling paint approved for your area to inhibit marine growth.

Do not use anti-fouling paint which includes copper or graphite. These paints can cause more rapid engine corrosion.

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