Evinrude E-tec 75 HP, Service Manual, Page: 78 / 344

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MAINTENANCE
BATTERY AND BATTERY CONNECTIONS
Trim and Tilt
Position outboard in FULL TILT (UP) position.
Engage the tilt support bracket.
Inspect for fluid leaks. Repair all leaks.
Remove the fill cap and check fluid level. The fluid
level must be even with bottom of the reservoir fill
cap hole.
Add Biodegradable TNT Fluid, as needed, to bring
level to the bottom of the fill plug threads.
Install the reservoir fill cap.
BATTERY AND BATTERY
CONNECTIONS
Check battery connections frequently. Periodically
remove battery to clean and service connections.
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Confirm that battery meets the minimum engine
requirements.
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Connections must be clean and tight.
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Note all wiring connections prior to disassembly.
Disconnect battery negative (–) cable first and the
battery positive (+) cable last.
Clean all terminals, battery posts, and connectors
with a solution of baking soda and water. Use a
wire brush or battery terminal tool to remove cor-
rosion buildup. Rinse and clean all surfaces.
Reinstall battery and tighten connections securely.
Refer to
Battery Installation on p. 34.
IMPORTANT:
DO NOT secure battery cables
with wing nuts.
Coat all connections with
Triple-Guard
grease and
insulate to prevent shorts or spark arcing.
1. Tilt support bracket
DR5071
1. Reservoir cap
004278
WARNING
Correct fluid level must be maintained to
ensure operation of the impact protection
built into the unit.
1
1
WARNING
Battery electrolyte is acidic—handle with
care. If electrolyte contacts any part of the
body, immediately flush with water and
seek medical attention.
WARNING
Keep battery connections clean, tight, and
insulated to prevent their shorting or arc-
ing and causing an explosion. If the bat-
tery mounting system does not cover the
connections, install covers.