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CHECKING POWER TILT SYSTEM

WARNING

●Never 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.

●Make 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 switches on remote control and engine bottom 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 corrosion 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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