Diagnostic
Bow too high
Cause: Load in the rear of the boat, or outboard motor trimmed too high Test: Observe boat attitude at speed; check trim angle and load distribution
Diagnostic
Cause: Load in the rear of the boat, or outboard motor trimmed too high Test: Observe boat attitude at speed; check trim angle and load distribution
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Ask Boat Guru about thisSpec · 9 lbf·ft conditions={"also":"12 N·m, 1.2 kgf·m","method":"Hand-tight until contact, then 7/8 turn additional with suitable tool"}
Procedure · 1. Use the power trim/tilt switch (UP or DN side) to adjust the angle of the outboard motor. The switch can be used whether the boat is underway or stopped. 2. Refer to the trim meter (p. 44) for an indication of whet...
Spec · 20 degrees conditions={"direction":"either forward or reverse","note":"Further movement beyond 20° increases engine speed"}
Procedure · 1. Use the power trim/tilt switch (see pages 75–76) to tilt the outboard motor up so the propeller and gear case clear the bottom. 2. Proceed at low speed. 3. Monitor water flow from the cooling system indicator (see ...
Diagnostic · Cause: Load in the front of the boat, or outboard motor trimmed too low Test: Observe boat attitude at speed; check trim angle and load distribution