Procedure
1. Stop the engine. Shift the outboard into Forward (F) gear. 2. Take hold of the top cowl grip and raise the outboard to the full up position. 3. Slightly lower the motor for locking at the tilt-up position. 4. The spring-loaded tilt lock lever will engage automatically and lock the outboard in the full up position.
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Diagnostic · Cause: Lanyard stop switch not activated or lanyard not properly attached to operator's PFD or wrist Test: Verify lanyard is clipped to operator's PFD or wrist and lanyard element is fully inserted into stop switch
Spec · 2 months conditions={"context":"Out-of-season or prolonged storage"}
Procedure · 1. Trail the boat with the outboard tilted down (normal operating position). Do NOT rely on the tilt lock mechanism to support the outboard in the tilted up position during trailering. WARNING: The tilt lock mechanism...
Diagnostic · Cause: Lanyard too short or not coiled, increasing likelihood of accidental activation Test: Check lanyard length (should be 122–152 cm stretched); ensure lanyard is coiled to minimize at-rest length