DF50AV/DF60AV Outboard Maintenance Kit | Suzuki 17400-88823

Suzuki Outboard Maintenance Kit 7 | 17400-88823 | DF50AV DF60AV Annual Service Kit

The Suzuki #17400-88823 is the OEM Maintenance Kit 7 for Suzuki DF50AV and DF60AV four-stroke outboards. This is Suzuki's annual service kit for these models — it contains the genuine OEM components required for the 100-hour or annual maintenance service specified in the Suzuki DF50AV/DF60AV owner's manual and service schedule. Using the Suzuki OEM kit ensures every service component meets the exact specification for your engine and keeps your service record compliant with Suzuki's maintenance requirements.

Part Details:

• Part Number: 17400-88823
• SKU: SUZUKI-17400-88823
• Manufacturer: Suzuki (OEM)
• Kit Designation: Maintenance Kit 7
• Fits: Suzuki DF50AV and DF60AV four-stroke outboards
• Service Interval: 100-hour / annual service — refer to your owner's manual for your engine's specific service schedule
• Condition: New, Genuine OEM Suzuki
• Country of Origin: USA

Additional Information

What Is Included in Suzuki Maintenance Kit 7:

Suzuki OEM maintenance kits for the DF50AV and DF60AV are pre-packaged with the genuine OEM service components required for the scheduled maintenance interval. Kit contents typically include oil filter, fuel filter, water separator element, spark plugs, gear lube, and associated gaskets and sealing washers — refer to your Suzuki DF50AV/DF60AV service manual or the kit contents label for the complete parts list specific to the 17400-88823. Purchasing the kit rather than individual components ensures you have everything needed for a complete service in one order, at a better total cost than purchasing components separately.

Why Annual Outboard Maintenance Matters:

Four-stroke outboards like the DF50AV and DF60AV require annual or 100-hour scheduled maintenance to maintain performance, reliability, and warranty compliance. Key service items in the annual kit address the most common wear and contamination points on a four-stroke outboard:

• Engine oil and filter — four-stroke outboard oil accumulates combustion byproducts, moisture, and metal particles over the season; degraded oil accelerates wear on bearings and cylinder walls
• Fuel filter and water separator — ethanol-blended fuel draws moisture into the fuel system; a saturated water separator element allows water to reach the injectors and combustion chamber
• Spark plugs — worn or fouled plugs on a four-stroke outboard cause misfires, increased fuel consumption, and hard starting; Suzuki specifies replacement at each annual service
• Gear lube — lower unit gear lube should be drained and refilled annually to remove moisture and metal particles; milky gear lube indicates seal failure and requires immediate attention beyond a routine lube change

OEM vs. Aftermarket Service Kits:

Suzuki OEM service kits are assembled with components that meet Suzuki's exact specifications for the DF50AV and DF60AV — correct oil filter bypass pressure, correct spark plug heat range, correct fuel filter micron rating, and correct gear lube specification. Aftermarket kits vary in their component specifications and may not match Suzuki's requirements. For an engine under Suzuki warranty, using the OEM kit also preserves your warranty documentation trail.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the service interval for Suzuki Maintenance Kit 7 on the DF50AV/DF60AV?
The Suzuki DF50AV and DF60AV service schedule specifies annual or 100-hour maintenance intervals — whichever comes first. Refer to Section 8 (Maintenance) of your Suzuki DF50AV/DF60AV owner's manual for the complete maintenance schedule and service requirements specific to your engine's model year.

2. Does this kit include gear lube for the lower unit?
Suzuki OEM maintenance kits typically include gear lube for the lower unit service. Verify the complete contents of the 17400-88823 against your Suzuki DF50AV/DF60AV service manual or the kit contents label — kit contents can vary by model year and service level. Contact us at MacombMarineParts.com if you need to confirm specific kit contents before ordering.

3. Can I use this kit on a DF50A or DF60A (non-AV models)?
The 17400-88823 is specified for the DF50AV and DF60AV models. The AV designation indicates a specific production variant — earlier DF50A and DF60A models may use a different maintenance kit. Verify the correct kit part number for your specific model using your engine's model and serial number before ordering.

4. Is this kit sufficient for a full annual service or do I need additional parts?
The Suzuki Maintenance Kit 7 covers the standard annual service components. Depending on your engine's hours and condition, additional service items — such as anodes, impeller, thermostat, or belt — may be due at extended intervals. Refer to your Suzuki DF50AV/DF60AV service manual for the complete multi-interval maintenance schedule to determine if any additional components are due alongside the annual kit service.