Maintenance

or other qualified mechanic.

2.Verify whether the idle speed is set to specification. For idle speed specifica-

tions, see page 34.

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Changing engine oil

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WARNING

●Avoid draining the engine oil immedi- ately after stopping the engine. The oil is hot and should be handled with care to avoid burns.

●Be sure the outboard motor is securely fastened to the transom or a stable stand.

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CAUTION:

●Do not overfill the oil, and be sure the outboard motor is upright (not tilted) when checking and changing the en- gine oil.

●If the oil level is above the upper level mark, drain until the level meets the specified capacity. Overfilling the oil could cause leakage or damage.

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CAUTION:

Change the engine oil after the first 10 hours of operation, and every 100 hours or at 6-month intervals thereafter. Otherwise the engine will wear quickly.

NOTE:

Change the engine oil when the oil is still warm.

1.Put the outboard motor in an upright po- sition (not tilted).

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2.Prepare a suitable container that holds a larger amount than the engine oil capac- ity. Loosen and remove the drain screw while holding the container under the drain hole. Then remove the oil filler cap. Let the oil drain completely. Wipe up any spilled oil immediately.

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1.Drain screw

3.Put a new gasket on the oil drain screw. Apply a light coat of oil to the gasket and install the drain screw.

Tightening torque:

See page 34

NOTE:

If a torque wrench is not available when you are installing the drain plug, finger tighten the bolt just until the gasket comes into contact with the surface of the drain hole. Then tight-

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