Diagnostic
Cause: Risk of outboard motor falling while tilted, even when supported by a support bar. Test: Visual inspection — confirm motor is fully secured before any personnel work near or under it.
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Ask Boat Guru about thisSpec · ~40 degrees conditions={"type":"Manual tilt (MF, EF type)","shift_lever":"Neutral or Forward"}
Procedure · 1. Ensure sufficient ground clearance is provided when the outboard motor is tilted up. 2. Use a transom saver bar to support the outboard motor during transport. WARNING: Do not go under the outboard motor when it is...
Spec · 5–25 mm (0.2–1 in) conditions={"note":"Minimum distance between bottom cowl and water surface to prevent water ingress"}
Procedure · 1. Lock the outboard motor if it is tilted up before performing any work. WARNING: Be sure to lock the outboard motor if it is tilted up; accidental fall of the outboard motor could lead to severe personal injury. 2. ...
Diagnostic · Cause: Over-rotation of propeller caused by water spray when motor is not properly secured in forward gear and tilted up Test: Verify stop switch lock is removed, motor is in forward gear, and motor is tilted up when ...