Craftsman Marine CM4.65 / CM4.80 — Preparations for the new season
Operation · Engine
For the Craftsman Marine CM4.65 / CM4.80, from the Craftsman Marine owner's manual.
Applies to: Hyundai CM4.65 engine, Hyundai CM4.80 engine
Before you start
- Place a bucket underneath the exhaust exit to catch excessive antifreeze while starting; anti-freeze is poisonous
Procedure
- Open the fuel supply cock.
- Charge the battery(ies) if necessary.
- Connect the battery cables.
- Verify that the cover of the raw water cooling strainer is tightened well.
- Insert the impeller removed during winter preparation; verify tightness of the raw water pump cover and all drain plugs.
- Reconnect and tighten well any hoses disconnected before winter storage.
- Open the seacock of the raw water entry.
- Check the level of the cooling liquid.
- Make sure the engine has sufficient lubrication oil.
- Start the engine and make sure there are no leaks in the fuel system, cooling system and exhaust assembly.
- Verify the proper functioning of all electronic parts, engine instruments and the mechanical remote control of throttle and gearbox.
- Check the exhaust for cooling water.
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.