1987 Johnson/Evinrude CU Outboards 35A thru 55 Service Manual, Page 54Get this manual
Preseason Service 1Check gearcase lubrication If leakage is evident, gearcase seals may need attention Check lubricant level in power trimtilt reservoirSee lubrication, this section2Apply light coating of GMC Triple-Guard grease to the ribbed portion of the spark plug ceramics and the opening of the spark plug coversConnect spark plug leadsMake sure spark plug boots are not cracked or torn
3 Check water level in battery, then chargeWhen the battery is charged, the acid solution inside the battery gives off hydrogen gas which can explode if ignited by spark or open flame If hydrogen gas is not able to leave the battery (vents are clogged), the battery itself may explode Therefore, when charging batteries, make sure that battery is vented to atmosphere and lots of fresh air is in the areaMake sure no sparks or flames are presentDo not short across battery terminals to check battery condition Install and connect battery
4Reconnect charge coil connector5When engine is reattached to the boat's transom, make sure the steeringshift, and throttle systems are attached to the engine using the special locknuts, lockbolts and any other special fasteners stored with the engine earlierFollow the manufacturer' installation instructions! If control systems are a.ttached to the engine using the wrong fasteners or assembled carelessly, sudden unexpected loss of engine control may result