Diagnostic
Outboard motor tilts up when operated in reverse
Cause: Manual relief valve is not fully closed before operation Test: Inspect manual relief valve position; ensure it is firmly closed (clockwise)
Diagnostic
Cause: Manual relief valve is not fully closed before operation Test: Inspect manual relief valve position; ensure it is firmly closed (clockwise)
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Ask Boat Guru about thisSpec · Level with the water surface conditions={"mode":"Normal cruising"}
Procedure · 1. Use a screwdriver to turn the manual relief valve counterclockwise 1 or 2 turns to open it, enabling manual tilting of the outboard motor. 2. Tilt the outboard motor up or down to the desired position. 3. Close the...
Spec · 80% conditions={"mode":"Cruising"}
Procedure · 1. Check that nobody is under the outboard motor before opening the manual relief valve. WARNING: If the manual relief valve is loosened (turned counterclockwise) when the outboard motor is tilted up, the outboard mot...
Diagnostic · Cause: Excessive trim/tilt angle during operation