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Winterizing your Tohatsu
Winterizing Your Tohatsu Outboard
Outboard Winterizing Tips
When done correctly, winterizing a boat motor protects it from various types of damage that can occur during the winter and affect its ability to function.
For example, when a motor isn’t properly winterized, water may be left in certain components. When the temperature drops below zero, the water in the boat freezes, increasing its volume and putting immense pressure on the affected parts of the motor, which may break under the strain. Multiple freeze-thaw cycles can compound the problem.
Winter often brings high humidity levels that can rust the metal parts of the motor, causing damage and other problems.
Winterizing your motor is the best way to maximize its lifespan and prevent the damage caused by freezing and corrosion.
Besides, winterizing your boat motor will save you a lot of time and energy when boating season starts up again in the spring!
Steps for winterizing your Tohatsu Outboard:
Flush the motor with fresh water by using a flusher or running it in a tank full of clean water.
Clean the powerhead and exterior surfaces to remove as much dust and debris as possible.
Fill the oil tank with the type of oil recommended in the engine manual.
Change out the oil filter.
Change the oil in the gear case and replace the seals on the drain plugs.
Spray the gear case with fogging oil to prevent the components from rusting.
Drain the fuel from the fuel filter and replace with new fuel.
Replace the fuel water separator filter (if applicable).
Drain the fuel from the vapour separator tank or carburetor (if applicable).
Grease all pivot points and seals inside and outside the motor.
Grease the prop shaft.
Disconnect the battery (remember to charge it at least twice over the winter).
Spray the powerhead and rubber components with fogging oil.
Cover the engine with a waterproof tarp or canvas.
Store the engine in a dry place (if possible).
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