Northern Lights M150A13 / M80A13 — Remove, Inspect and Clean Heat Exchanger Core
Maintenance
For the Northern Lights M150A13 / M80A13, from the Northern Lights owner's manual.
Applies to: Northern Lights M150A13
Procedure
- Close sea cocks and drain sea water system.
- Drain about two gallons engine coolant; close drain cock.
- Remove hoses and end caps with heat exchanger core.
- Clean buildup from end caps and inspect zinc plugs.
- Clean each tube with 4.76 mm brass rod.
- Flush tubes with clean water.
- Install end caps and tighten screws to 24 N·m.
- Fill cooling system, open sea cock, run and check leaks.
Tools required
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Specs & values
- Heat exchanger end cap screws: 24 N·m (18 lb-ft)
Full service-parts list: Northern Lights M150A13 →
Source: Northern Lights 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.