STORAGE
IMPORTANT: DO NOT start outboard without a water supply to the outboard’s cooling system. Cooling system a nd/or powerhead damage could occur.
Fuel System Treatment
Stabilize the boat’s fuel sup ply with
Evinrude/Johnson 2+4 Fuel Conditioner following the instructions on the container.
Internal Engine Treatment
Remove the propeller , attach garden hose to flushing port and turn on water.
Evinrude E-TEC models are designed to be self winterizing using either of the following methods:
IMPORTANT: Engine MUST be in NEUTRAL throughout these procedures.
Throttle Control Method
• Mechanical Remote Controls: Advance throttle control to 1/2 throttle (50%) position and then start the outboard. All four System Check lights
will turn on and the outboard will run at id le speed.
• ICON Remote Controls: Turn M aster Power/Key Switch ON. Press the N switch.
Advance the control lever to 1/2 throttle (50%) position and t hen start the outboard.
All four SystemCheck lights will turn on an d the outboard will run at idle speed.
• After approximately 15 seconds, the System Check light s will go of f. Move throttle to IDLE position. System Check lights will light again.
• Wait another 15 seconds. SystemCheck light s will go of f. At this point, advance throttle to FULL (in neutral). System Check lights will flash,
indicating that outboard is in winterize mode.
• Outboard will automatically go to fast idle and fog it self. Allow outboard to run until it shut sit self off (about one minute).
IMPORTANT: If System Check lights do not flash, or outboard run s above fast id le, immediately turn of f outboard and start the procedure
again.
Software Control Method
Winterization can also be run using Diagnostics software. With the outboard running, start the process at the Settings/Adjustments screen and follow the instructions.
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- Winterization start button
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After the outboard shuts itself off, turn key switch OFF, then detach garden hose.
IMPORTANT: When finished, l eave t he out board in vertical position long enough to completely drain the powerhead.
Digital Gauge Method
The ICON Pro 5 inch and I-Command 3.5 inch digital gauges provide a winterize feature for 2008 and newer V4 and V6 models.
Use the “Mo de” button ( ICON Pro 5 inch), or “Menu” button ( I-Command 3.5 inch ) to access the winterize feature.
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ICON Pro 5 inch Digital Gauge
- Mode button
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Command 3.5 inch Digital Gauge
- Menu button
- Refer to the digital gauge user’s guide for complete instructions.
Additional Recommendations
- Top off oil reservoir.
- inspect the fuel filter. If there is debris in the fuel filter, it must be replaced.
- Replace gearcase lubricant.
- Remove and inspect propeller.
- Clean and grease propeller shaft.
- Blow water from gearcase speedometer pickup system (gearcase speedometer models only).
- Lubricate all grease fittings and linkages.
- Inspect outboard, steering system, and controls. Replace all damaged and worn components. Refer to manufacturer’s and lubrication recommendations.
- Touch up painted surfaces as needed. Coat outer painted surfaces with automotive wax.
- Remove battery(s) from boat. Store in a cool, dry location. Periodically charge battery(s) while stored. Refer to manufacturer’s maintenance recommendations when servicing batteries.
- Store outboard in upright (vertical) position.
- Check for fuel leakage.
Failure to check for fuel leakage could allow a leak to go undetected,
resulting in fire or explosion.
