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Craftsman Marine CM4.33 / CM4.42 — Preparations for the new season

Installation · Engine

For the Craftsman Marine CM4.33 / CM4.42, from the Craftsman Marine owner's manual.

Applies to: Craftsman Marine CM4.33, Craftsman Marine CM4.42, Mitsubishi CM4.33 engine, Mitsubishi CM4.42 engine

Procedure

  1. Open the fuel supply cock.
  2. Charge the battery(ies) if necessary.
  3. Connect the battery cables.
  4. Verify that the cover of the raw water cooling strainer is tightened well.
  5. Verify the tightness of the raw water pump cover and of all drain plugs.
  6. Reconnect and tighten any hoses disconnected before winter storage.
  7. Open the seacock of the raw water entry.
  8. Check the level of the cooling liquid.
  9. Make sure the engine has sufficient lubrication oil.
  10. Start the engine and check for leaks in fuel system, cooling system and exhaust assembly.
  11. Verify the proper functioning of all electronic parts, engine instruments, mechanical remote control and gearbox.
  12. Check exhaust for coolant water.

Full service-parts list: Craftsman Marine CM4.33 →, Craftsman Marine CM4.42 →

Source: Craftsman Marine owner's manual. Steps and values are as documented; always cross-check against the official manual and any later revisions for your exact serial number before servicing.

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