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CHECKING POWER TILT SYSTEM

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8Never get under the lower unit while it is tilted, even when the tilt-support knob is locked. Severe injury could occur if the outboard accidentally falls.

8Make sure no one is under the out- board before performing this test.

1)Check the power tilt unit for any sign of oil leaks.

2)Operate each of the power tilt switch- es on remote control and engine bot- tom cowling (if equipped) to check that all switches work.

3)Tilt up the motor and check that the tilt rod 1 is pushed out completely.

4)Check that the tilt rod is free of corro- sion or other flaws.

5)Operate the motor to tilt down. Check that the tilt rod operates smoothly.

NOTE:

If any operation is abnormal, consult a Yamaha dealer.

Recommended fluid;

Yamaha power trim & tilt fluid or ATF (DEXRON-II)

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