ENGINE OIL FILTER
The engine oil filter must be changed by authorized Suzuki Marine Dealer periodically.
Replace engine oil filter with a new one at initial 20 hours (1 month).
Replace engine oil filter with a new one at every 200 hours (12 months).
FLUSHING THE WATER PASSAGES
After operation in muddy, brackish, or salt water, you should flush the water passages and motor surface with clean, fresh water.
If you do not flush the water passages, salt can corrode the motor and shorten its life. Flush the water passages as follows.
ENGINE RUNNING – Vertical position –
Suzuki recommends that you flush the water passage by using this method.
To flush the water passages, you must obtain a commercially available engine flush device.
• Never start the engine or let it run indoors or where there is little or no ventilation. Exhaust gas contains carbon monoxide, a gas that is colorless and odorless and can cause death or severe injury.
• Make sure the engine remains in NEUTRAL while flushing out the water passages. If shifted into gear, the propeller shaft will turn, possibly resulting in personal injury.
• Make sure the motor is properly clamped to a secure stand or boat and remain in attendance until flushing is completed.
• Keep children and pets away from the area, and stay clear of all moving parts during this procedure.
Never start the motor without supplying water to the cooling system as water pump damage could result in as little as 15 seconds. Severe engine damage could result from no water supply.