Timing belt for 40hp

[jerry]

I just purchased a 2000 40hp.

I just purchased a 2000 40hp. I am wanting to know should the timing belt be replaced? I don't know how many hours the motor has on it. Is this the type on motor if it breaks will the pistons hit the values.?
Thanks Jerry

 

[justintime]

you need to read the owners ma

you need to read the owners manual