Procedure

Trailering the Boat

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 is NOT intended to support the outboard in the tilted up position when trailering. Use of the tilt lock mechanism could allow the outboard to bounce and drop down, causing damage to the outboard. 2. If trailering with the engine fully down is not possible (gearcase skeg too close to the road), tilt the motor securely using a device such as a transom saver bar in the tilted up position. 3. If additional ground clearance is required (e.g., for railroad crossings, driveways, or trailer bouncing), remove the outboard from the boat and store securely. 4. Set the gear shift into forward (F) gear to prevent the propeller from spinning freely during transport.