Yamaha f15c Outboard Motor User Manual


 
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CHECKING POWER TILT SYSTEM
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8 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.
8 Make sure no one is under the out-
board before performing this test.
1) Check the power tilt unit for any sign
of oil leaks.
2) Operate each of the power tilt switch-
es on remote control and engine bot-
tom 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 corro-
sion or other flaws.
5) Operate the motor to tilt down. Check
that the tilt rod operates smoothly.
NOTE:
If any operation is abnormal, consult a
Yamaha dealer.
Recommended fluid;
Yamaha power trim & tilt fluid or ATF
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