SN2B594418 - 2018 ProXS 4-stroke v6 175hp.
Have had this motor about 10 hours now. Impressive outboard.
I have a few questions outside what I am able to derive from the supplied manuals:
1. I see Mercury provides information to perform self maintenance. (oil change, gearcase change, filter inspections, etc....). Does the warranty support me performing and documenting ALL maintenance? If not, what actions are required by a dealer to maintain warranty?
2. My lower unit has what I believe to be called "low water pickup". Water intakes on the front edge of the nose cone. This is new for me an causes concern as I fish shallow Florida lakes. I've never had an issue with previous outboards going though occasional muck in the past. Those intakes on the front make me wonder how much more I need to concentrate on where/how I'm running the motor. Question is how to I remedy clogging if this happens? I don't see this covered in the manual.
3. Flushing - The flush port on the side is quite handy. This is the only flushing method mentioned in the manual. Is this an adequate method for flushing after brackish water use? Is there a "fuller" way to flush with muffs or something when necessary?
Thanks in advance!