Inspection of Outboard Motor

The fairing is the outer cover of the powerhead and is designed to allow air in to cool the engine and keep water out. Check the general condition of the gasket located at the bottom of the fairing. Check the general condition of the gasket located at the bottom of the fairing.

Make sure the fairing is free of cracks and locks securely.

Check the fuel system, including the fuel filter. Check for cracked or corroded fuel tanks, leaking fuel line fittings, cracked fuel primer bulbs, and maintain at least 10% top space in the fuel cell. Ethanol fuels should be avoided as they will soften rubber parts.

Check for water in the fuel.

Check that the throttle and shift controls move freely.

Check the integrity of the cross member and mounting brackets. Check the propeller. Lubricate the drive shaft.

Note that the engine can be 4-cycle or 2-cycle. Check the oil as needed.

After use, flush the engine cooling system with water.