STORAGE/ WINTERIZATION
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Step 8: Install new spark plugs.
Step 9: If applicable, reconnect the hoses to your heater or shower.
Step 10: Check the engine compartment and bilge for signs of nesting animals. Clean as necessary.
Step 11: Check the condition of the distributor cap and rotor. Replace if either shows signs of wear, damage
or corrosion.
Step 12: Check the entire engine system for fluid, oil and coolant levels. Add as necessary.
Step 13: Check the entire engine for cracks or leaks caused by freeze damage.
Step 14: Check all hose clamps for tightness. Install the bilge drain plug and the rear drain plug in boats
equipped with certain types of ballast systems.
Step 15: Grease the propeller shaft taper and install the propeller.
Step 16: Perform the daily maintenance. If not performed prior to storage, perform the annual maintenance.
Step 17: If the boat is equipped with the optional fresh-water cooling system and was drained for storage, fill the
system with fresh coolant solution per instructions.
Step 18: Check the alignment between the output flange on the transmission and the propeller shaft flange. If the
maximum feeler gauge that can clip betwen the flange faces at any point is 0.003”, the unit is properly aligned. If
a thick gauge can be inserted at any point, the engine must be re-adjusted until proper alignment is obtained. This
should be performed by your dealer.
Step 19: Turn the fuel line ON-OFF valve to the ON position in models that do not have in-tank fuel pumps. For
all models, with the boat in the water, cycle the key ON and then OFF 2-3 times, allowing 10 seconds between key
cycles, before cranking the engine. This allows the fuel pump to prime the fuel lines; then start the engine. In the
event the engine does not respond, allow a two-minute cool-down period for every 30 seconds of cranking. When
the engine fires, keep a close watch over the gauge readings and check for leakage and abnormal noises. Keep
speeds low for the first 15 minutes to allow the engine to reach normal operating temperature.
Step 20: In boats equipped with ballast bags, when reconnecting the hook-ups, be sure that you squeeze the
prongs to help slide back on. Dish soap or some similar product will help slide the connects back together. Note
that the red ring goes over the raised ring to ensure a working connection.
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