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installed correctly, water spray under
the cowling can damage the engine,
or the cowling can blow off at high
speeds.
[ECM01990]
After installing, check the fitting of the top
cowling by pushing it with both hands. If the
top cowling is loose, have it repaired by your
Yamaha dealer.
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Checking power trim and tilt system
WARNING
EWM01970
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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 oc-
cur if the outboard motor accidentally
falls.
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Body parts can be crushed between the
motor and the clamp bracket when the
motor is trimmed or tilted.
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Be sure no one is near the outboard
motor before performing this check.
1. Check the power trim and tilt unit for any
sign of oil leaks.
2. Operate each of the power trim and tilt
switches to check that all switches work.
3. Tilt the outboard motor up and check
that the trim and tilt rod is pushed out
completely.
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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Battery
Check that the battery is in good condition,
and fully charged. Check that the battery
connections are clean, secure and covered
by insulating covers. The electrical contacts
of the battery and cables must be clean and
properly connected or the battery will not
start the engine.
Refer to the battery manufacturer’s instruc-
tions for checks for your particular battery.
EMU27437
Filling fuel
WARNING
EWM01830
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Gasoline and its vapors are highly flam-
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1. Trim and tilt rod
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