Procedure
1. Reduce engine speed to idle in forward gear. Take hold of the top cowl grip and raise the outboard to the higher tilt position. The spring loaded tilt lock lever will engage automatically and lock the outboard in the shallow water drive position. WARNING: Operate outboard at slow speed for shallow water operation and keep the cooling water intake submerged. 2. Ensure the cooling water intake is submerged.
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