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CHECKING POWER TILT SYSTEM
WARNING
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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.
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Make sure no one is under the out-
board before performing this test.
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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:
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If any operation is abnormal, consult a
Yamaha dealer.
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Recommended fluid;
Yamaha power trim & tilt fluid or ATF
(DEXRON-II)
4-21
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