4-31EEML40010CHECKING BOLTS AND NUTS1) Check that bolts securing the cylinderhead and engine and the nut securingthe flywheel are tightened with theirspecified tightening torques.2) Check the tightening torques of otherbolts and nuts.EMU00409MOTOR EXTERIOREMU00410Cleaning the Outboard MotorAfter use, wash the exterior of the out-board with fresh water.Flush the cooling system with freshwater.NOTE:Refer to Flushing Cooling System instruc-tions in “TRANSPORTING AND STORINGOUTBOARD MOTOR”.102024000846qweEMU01172CLEANING COOLING-WATERPASSAGESFlushing device equipped modelPerform this procedure right after opera-tion for the most thorough flushing.1) After shutting off the engine, unscrewthe garden-hose connector 2 fromthe fitting 1 on the bottom cowling.2) Screw the garden-hose connector 2onto a garden hose 3 which is con-nected to a fresh-water supply.3) With the engine off, turn on the watertap and let the water flush throughthe cooling passages for about 15minutes. Turn off the water and dis-connect the garden hose 3.4) When flushing is complete, reinstallthe garden-hose connector 2 on thefitting 1 on the bottom cowling.Tighten the connector securely.