Maintenance

1.Tilt support lever

5.Check that the tilt rod and trim rods are free of corrosion or other flaws.

6.Activate the tilt-down switch until the trim rods have retracted completely into the cylinders.

7.Activate the trim-up switch until the tilt rod is fully extended. Unlock the tilt sup- port lever.

gine accidentally starts when you are near the propeller.

●Before inspecting, removing, or install- ing the propeller, remove the spark plug caps from the spark plugs. Also, place the shift control in neutral, turn the main switch to “” (off) and re- move the key, and remove the lanyard from the engine stop switch. Turn off the battery cut-off switch if your boat has one.

●Do not use your hand to hold the pro- peller when loosening or tightening the propeller nut. Put a wood block be- tween the anti-cavitation plate and the propeller to prevent the propeller from turning.

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8.Tilt the outboard motor down. Check that the tilt rod and trim rods operate smoothly.

NOTE:

Consult your Yamaha dealer if any operation is abnormal.

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Checking propeller

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WARNING

You could be seriously injured if the en-

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Checkpoints

●Check each of the propeller blades for wear, erosion from cavitation or ventila-

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