Suzuki DF30A Outboard Maintenance

This is an older video on maintaining your outboard. The video is a few years old because I had some issues uploading it. Comment below if you thought this video was helpful or would like to see more videos like this..

Time Stamps:
Checking Valves- 2:43
Anode Replacement- 10:02
Thermostat- 13:43
Lower Unit Oil- 15:35
Engine Oil- 17:11
Grease Zerk Fittings- 20:01

Whaly 435, Suzuki DF35A

[Pahann]

A very informative video about this engine, probably the only one on YouTube, thank you! I'll be waiting for a video about replacing the timing belt.

[LarsAttacks]

Hey, thanks for this interesting video. It's a shame, that it gets so little attention.
I would also like to see more videos from your boat trips.

[limehousec]

Thank you very much. This video is very informational and the only one I could find to show where the spark plugs are located.

[DavidSiewiorek]

Great video. I'm a retired Honda Automotive Master Tech. I got a hack that may help you on oil filter change. Instead of blue paper towels you can use a individual sheet of Reynolds wrap that can be bought almost anywhere. Put the sheet under the filter and when you remove the filter it will run outside of the cowl into you drain pan. We used this hack daily. Hope it might help you !

[PhillipYung-dv]

Thank you very much takes guess work out good instructions

[glenn]

Many thanks. Great video. Glenn Australia

[thepauldixonOC]

First thing, awesome video! Secondly, how did you connect the Raymarine display to the outboard? That is a slick setup. Maybe do a video on how to setup the outboard with the Raymarine. Thanks for sharing!

[chrispace]

Hi thanks for the video very helpful . I just removed the air filter from my df30a and noticed some oil on the bottom of the case is that something to worry about please

[obermen]

Great video, getting a DF30 soon and this really helped. How did you get the engine data on the display? Is it just the 4 pin to nmea cable on the engine?

[Section_Eight]

Just came across your video, I have a DF30A that has been giving me issues. The first 20 hours was fine, I took it in for maintenance, but after I got it back, it started it to bog down, shake really bad, and then shut off. I took it to two different shops and they can't figure it out. I've had plugs changed, filter, new fuel line from tank to engine, and I use ethanol free gas in it. I talked to a friend of mine and he said that there is some tiny piece the gets pinched or something near the VST but he can't remember what it is. Any help would be appreciated in fixing this. Great video and easy to undertsand.

[vb]

what lower unit adapter is that for the pump?

[esunrise]

What service interval requires the maintenance you completed in this video? Every x months? Every x hours? Year? Thanks for the help!

[jasper]

Hi. I have a DF30A as well. This is the most extensive maintenance video I’ve seen. I can tell from your garage you’re a super organized guy. Thanks for sharing. I’m saving this video for future reference.
I’ve done minor maintenance, changing the engine oil and filter and gear oil every year in the Fall.

I have question about the prop assembly. When inspecting, did you happen to take pictures, or notice the number of washer’s (spacers) that were installed? I’ve taken mine off and it seems like I’m missing something? When I reinstalled the prop, the nut is not aligned with the hole for the lock pin. It’s screws on way pass the hole. I should have taken pictures of the assembly before removing the prop. Any help appreciated.