SUZUKI SCREW 6X15 09116-06092 REC09116-06094

Function and technical context

This M6x15 screw of metric 6 and length 15 mm is a structural fixing element used in numerous points of the outboard engine, from the fastening of covers and crankcase to the assembly of components of the cooling system, exhaust and outer cover. As it is a specific screw from the Suzuki catalogue, its dimensions, thread pitch and surface treatment are designed to resist the marine environment: saline humidity, continuous vibrations and thermal cycles typical of operating in water. A damaged, corroded or thread-damaged screw can compromise the tightness of the joint it holds, cause leaks, loosening of parts under vibration or even the loss of critical components during navigation.

When to replace this part?

Set screws on outboard motors should be inspected at every seasonal maintenance: galvanic corrosion, surface rust, and hex or slot wear are clear signs that the screw needs to be replaced before it fails completely. If abnormal resistance, damaged thread or rounded head is detected when loosening or tightening the screw, replacement is immediate to avoid breakage within the threaded housing. Preventively changing this type of low-cost element avoids major breakdowns and costly interventions in the dock or, worse still, at sea.