Yamaha 6D6-28199-10 Outboard Motor User Manual


 
Maintenance
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7. Dispose of used oil according to local
regulations.
NOTE:
For more information on the disposal of
used oil, consult your Yamaha dealer.
Change the oil more often when operating
the engine under adverse conditions such
as extended trolling.
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Checking wiring and connectors
Check that each grounding wire is properly
secured.
Check that each connector is engaged se-
curely.
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Exhaust leakage
Start the engine and check that no exhaust
leaks from the joints between the exhaust
cover, cylinder head, and body cylinder.
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Water leakage
Start the engine and check that no water
leaks from the joints between the exhaust
cover, cylinder head, and body cylinder.
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Engine oil leakage
Check for oil leaks on the around the engine.
NOTE:
If any leaks are found, consult your Yamaha
dealer.
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Checking power trim and tilt system
WARNING
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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 for any
sign of oil leaks.
2. Operate each of the power trim and tilt
switches / the power tilt switches on the
remote control and engine bottom cowl-
ing (if equipped) to check that all switches
work.
3. Tilt the outboard motor up and check that
the trim and tilt rod is pushed out com-
pletely.
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.
2. Oil dipstick
3. Upper level mark
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1. Tilt rod
1
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