Cleaning Care for Top and Bottom Cowls
IMPORTANT: Dry wiping (wiping the plastic surface when it is dry) will result in
minor surface scratches. Always wet the surface before cleaning. Do not use
detergents containing hydrochloric acid. Follow the cleaning and waxing
procedure.
CLEANING AND WAXING PROCEDURE
1. Before washing, rinse the cowls with clean water to remove dirt and dust
that may scratch the surface.
2. Wash the cowls with clean water and a mild nonabrasive soap. Use a soft
clean cloth when washing.
3. Dry thoroughly with a soft clean cloth.
4. Wax the surface using a nonabrasive automotive polish (polish designed
for clear coat finishes). Remove the applied wax by hand using a clean
soft cloth.
5. To remove minor scratches, use Mercury Marine Cowl Finishing
Compound (92‑859026K 1).
Cleaning Care for the Powerhead (Saltwater Use)
IMPORTANT: If the outboard is operated in saltwater, remove the top cowl.
Inspect the powerhead and powerhead components for salt build‑up. Wash off
any salt build‑up from the powerhead and powerhead components with fresh
water. Keep water spray out of the air filter/intake and alternator. After washing,
allow the powerhead and components to dry. Apply Quicksilver or Mercury
Precision Lubricants Corrosion Guard spray on the external metal surfaces of
the powerhead and powerhead components. Do not allow the Corrosion Guard
spray to come in contact with the alternator drive belt, belt pulleys, or the
outboard motor mounts. The alternator drive belt could slip and be damaged if
it becomes coated with any lubricant or Corrosion Guard spray.
Tube Ref
No.
Description Where Used Part No.
120
Corrosion Guard
External metal surfaces of the powerhead
and powerhead components.
92-802878 55
Battery Inspection
The battery should be inspected at periodic intervals to ensure proper engine
starting capability.
IMPORTANT: Read the safety and maintenance instructions which accompany
your battery.
1. Turn off the engine before servicing the battery.
2. Ensure the battery is secure against movement.
3. Battery cable terminals should be clean, tight, and correctly installed.
Positive to positive and negative to negative.
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