Engine Maintenance and Inspection Schedule
Frequency
Engine
Care
Product
Description
Fastener inspection, tighten loosened
components
D
D
Timing belt, verify condition
D
D
D
D
D
D
Thermostat, inspect and verify operation (2)
Engine to transom mounting hardware, re-
torque
Gearcase lubricant replace
5
6
D
D
D
D
Powerhead synchronization and linkage,
(2)
inspect
Oil filter inspection, eliminate contamination
Crankcase oil, replace (3)
D
D
D
D
D
D
Valve tappet clearance, inspect (2)
Gearcase lubricant, inspect fill level and
condition of lube
5
6
D
Propeller shaft, inspect and lubricate
Fuel filter, replace
D
D
D
D
Spark plugs, replace (2)
Decarbonize
8
7
Driveshaft splines, inspect and lubricate
Water pump, inspect and replace
D
D
(1)
(2)
(3)
Also recommended at 10-Hour Inspection
Emission-related component
Replace every 100 hours or annually if Evinrude/Johnson ultra 4-Stroke synthetic blend oil is not used
D
O
4
Dealer Performed Service
Operator Performed Service
Evinrude/Johnson anti-corrosion spray or Evinrude/Johnson “6 in 1” multi-purpose lubricant
Ultra-HPF gearcase lubricant
5
6
Triple-Guard grease
7
Evinrude/Johnson Molylube P/N 175356
Starter Bendix Lube Only P/N 337016
Evinrude/Johnson Engine Tuner
8
9
Maintenance - 49
| Categories | BRP Brand Manuals, Johnson 4-Stroke Manuals, Johnson Brand Manuals, Johnson Outboard Manuals |
|---|---|
| Document Type | Boat Motor Manual. Marine Operator's Engine Guide. |
| Tags | Johnson 8 hp, Johnson R4, Johnson RL4 |
| Model Year | 2004 |
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| Publisher | johnson.com |
| Wikipedia's Page | Johnson Outboards |
| Copyright | Attribution Non-commercial |
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