Operation
1.
Check the power trim and tilt unit for any
sign of oil leaks.
2.
Operate each of the power trim and tilt
switches on the remote control and en-
gine bottom cowling to check that all
switches work.
3.
Tilt the outboard motor up and check
that the tilt rod and trim rods are extend-
ed completely.
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1. Tilt rod
2. Trim rod
4.
Use the tilt support lever to lock the mo-
tor in the up position. Operate the tilt
down switch briefly so the motor is sup-
ported by the tilt support lever.
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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.
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1. Trim rod
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7.
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1. Tilt rod
2. Tilt support lever
8.
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Battery
Check the battery's charge. If your boat is
equipped with a Yamaha digital speedome-
ter, the voltmeter and low battery alert func-
tions will help you monitor the battery's
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charge. A battery in good condition will pro-
vide a minimum of 12 volts. Check that the
battery connections are clean, secure and
covered by insulating covers. The electrical
connections of the battery and cables must
be clean and properly connected or the bat-
tery will not start the engine.
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Activate the trim-up switch until the tilt
rod is fully extended. Unlock the tilt sup-
port lever.
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Tilt the outboard motor down. Check
that the tilt rod and trim rods operate
smoothly.
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