Diagnostic
Gearcase component damage
Cause: Outboard mounted too high on transom — exceeds maximum mounting height for model Test: Measure mounting height: must not exceed 63.5 cm (25 in.) for L models or 76 cm (30 in.) for XL models
Diagnostic
Cause: Outboard mounted too high on transom — exceeds maximum mounting height for model Test: Measure mounting height: must not exceed 63.5 cm (25 in.) for L models or 76 cm (30 in.) for XL models
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Ask Boat Guru about thisSpec · 30 in conditions={"warning":"Exceeding may cause gearcase component damage"}
Procedure · 1. Use the mounting height chart (diagram 47710) to determine recommended mounting height based on anticipated maximum boat speed (MPH). The solid reference line (a) is the primary recommendation. 2. For dual outboard...
Spec · 76 cm conditions={"warning":"Exceeding may cause gearcase component damage"}
Procedure · 1. Before drilling any mounting holes, carefully read Determining Recommended Outboard Mounting Height and install outboard to the nearest recommended mounting height. WARNING: IMPORTANT: Do not skip the mounting heig...
Diagnostic · Cause: Trapped water in the gearcase freezing when outboard is tilted up in freezing temperatures