Maintenance
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EMU29163
Checking power trim and tilt / power
tilt system
WARNING
EWM00430
● 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 / power
tilt unit for any sign of oil leaks.
2. Operate each of the power trim and tilt
switches / power tilt switches to check
that all switches work.
3. Tilt the outboard motor up and check that
the trim and tilt rod / the tilt rod is pushed
out completely.
4. Check that the trim and tilt rod / the tilt rod
is free of corrosion or other flaws.
5. Tilt the outboard motor down. Check that
the trim and tilt rod / the tilt rod operates
smoothly.
NOTE:
Consult your Yamaha dealer if any operation
is abnormal.
EMU29171
Checking propeller
WARNING
EWM00321
You could be seriously injured if the en-
gine accidentally starts when you are near
the propeller.
● Before inspecting, removing, or install-
ing the propeller, remove the spark plug
caps from the spark plugs. Also, place
the shift control in neutral, turn the main
switch to “” (off) and remove the key,
and remove the lanyard from the engine
stop switch. Turn off the battery cut-off
switch if your boat has one.
● Do not use your hand to hold the propel-
ler when loosening or tightening the
propeller nut. Put a wood block between
the anti-cavitation plate and the propel-
ler to prevent the propeller from turning.
Checkpoints
1. Tilt rod
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