Maintenance
2.Oil dipstick
3.Upper level mark
7.Dispose of used oil according to local regulations.
NOTE:
●For more information on the disposal of used oil, consult your Yamaha dealer.
●Change the oil more often when operating the engine under adverse conditions such as extended trolling.
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Checking wiring and connectors
●Check that each grounding wire is properly secured.
●Check that each connector is engaged se- curely.
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Exhaust leakage
Start the engine and check that no exhaust leaks from the joints between the exhaust cover, cylinder head, and body cylinder.
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Water leakage
Start the engine and check that no water leaks from the joints between the exhaust cover, cylinder head, and body cylinder.
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Engine oil leakage
Check for oil leaks on the around the engine.
NOTE:
If any leaks are found, consult your Yamaha dealer.
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Checking power trim and tilt system
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WARNING
●Never get under the lower unit while it is tilted, even when the tilt support lever is locked. Severe injury could occur if the outboard motor accidentally falls.
●Make sure no one is under the outboard motor before performing this test.
1.Check the power trim and tilt unit for any sign of oil leaks.
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1.Tilt rod
2.Operate each of the power trim and tilt switches / the power tilt switches on the remote control and engine bottom cowl- ing (if equipped) to check that all switches work.
3.Tilt the outboard motor up and check that the trim and tilt rod is pushed out com- pletely.
4.Check that the trim and tilt rod is free of corrosion or other flaws.
5.Tilt the outboard motor down. Check that the trim and tilt rod operates smoothly.
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