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Using Your Evinrude E-TEC Outboard

SAFETY INFORMATION ON THE OUTBOARD

This outboard comes with hang tags and la-
bels containing important safety information
about the operation of the outboard. Any per-
son who operates this outboard should read
and understand this safety information.

WARNING SYMBOLS

The following symbols are used together to
indicate “CAUTION: Read the engine’s
Operator’s Guide before preceding.”

HANG TAG

All outboards are shipped with the following
hang tag attached.

355633

Operator's

Guide

355926

Operator's

Guide

Summary of Contents for E-Tec

Page 1: ...RSEPOWER E75D E90D E90W 2012 Model Year 216075 CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING A WARNING This product contains or emits chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer and birth defects o...

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Page 3: ...hermostat Nickel Chrome Faced Piston Rings Micro Finished Connecting Rods Crankshaft Cleaner and Quieter EPA Emissions Compliance European Union Emissions Compliance California 3 Star Emissions Compli...

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Page 5: ...eight and more power Evinrude E TEC will deliver In addition Evinrude E TEC engines require no dealer scheduled maintenance for three years or 300 hours No inspections or adjustments no changing gearc...

Page 6: ...Priming the Oil System 17 Fuel Requirements 18 Fuel Additives 18 Fueling Procedure 19 Fuel System Information 20 Operation 21 Safety Information 21 Engine Starting Stopping 21 Emergency Starting 24 Re...

Page 7: ...lugs 48 Submerged Outboard 48 Storage 49 Short Term Storage Between Uses 49 Long Term Storage Winterization 50 Pre Season Check 53 Troubleshooting 54 Product Information Installation 56 Transom Height...

Page 8: ...onsible educated boater will fully ap preciate the pleasures of boating and will be a safe boater Boating Safety Classes are con ducted by the U S Coast Guard Auxiliary the U S Power Squadron and some...

Page 9: ...s adhere to the fueling procedure contained in this Oper ator s Guide and those given to you by the fueling station Always verify fuel lev el before use and during the ride Apply the principle of 1 3...

Page 10: ...ard must be correctly installed Failure to correctly install the outboard could result in serious injury death or property damage We strongly recom mend that your Dealer install your out board to ensu...

Page 11: ...Your portion provides proof of ownership and date of purchase Outside United States and Canada See your Dealer or distributor for details Model and Serial Numbers The model and serial numbers appear o...

Page 12: ...ffixes are added to define additional features or accessories which do not affect certification I the undersigned hereby declare that the product specified above conforms to the above Di rective s and...

Page 13: ...11 Using Your Evinrude E TEC Outboard...

Page 14: ...he operation of the outboard Any per son who operates this outboard should read and understand this safety information WARNING SYMBOLS The following symbols are used together to indicate CAUTION Read...

Page 15: ...rols have the following labels attached 008488 Locate read and understand operator s guide and all warnings Failure to do so could result in serious injury Operator s Guide WARNING WARNING Attach engi...

Page 16: ...IDENTIFICATION Item Description Item Description 1 Air Inlet Tilt Handle 5 Battery Cables 2 Water Pump Indicator Flushing Port 6 Fuel Fitting 3 Engine Cover Latch 7 Tilt Support 4 Anti Corrosion Anode...

Page 17: ...on 10 Fuel Filter 16 Trailering Tilt Switch 11 Spark Plugs 17 Flywheel Guard 12 Engine Cover Latch 18 Oil Fill Cap 13 Fuse 19 Oil Tank 14 Spare Fuse 20 EMM Engine Management Module 15 Air Silencer Sta...

Page 18: ...gency If Evinrude Johnson XD100 is tempo rarily unavailable a one time only use of an oil that meets NMMA TC W3 certification standards is allowed If you discontinue using Evinrude Johnson XD100 you...

Page 19: ...the engine cover IMPORTANT The oil tank capacity is 2 0 quarts 1 9 liters PRIMING THE OIL SYSTEM The oiling system MUST be primed to avoid engine damage from a lack of lubrication Prime the oiling sy...

Page 20: ...Fuel Conditioner Evinrude Johnson Fuel System Cleaner Use of other fuel additives can result in poor performance or engine damage Evinrude Johnson 2 4 Fuel Conditioner will help prevent gum and varni...

Page 21: ...l tank cap counterclock wise to remove it 6 insert the gas pump nozzle into the filler neck of the fuel tank 7 Fill the fuel tank 8 Stop filling immediately when the automat ic shut off feature of the...

Page 22: ...rs on page 57 Fuel Hose Connections 1 If the fuel hose is disconnected for any rea son seal it to prevent spillage Cap the fuel fitting to prevent contamination 2 Connect the fuel hose to the 3 8 in 9...

Page 23: ...n the water Always shift the outboard to NEUTRAL and shut off the engine immediately when your boat is in an area where there might be people in the water A DANGER DO NOT run the engine indoors or wit...

Page 24: ...Carefully check the function of all control and engine systems before leaving the dock DO NOT shift the engine into FORWARD or REVERSE while it is shut off If the following directions are not suitable...

Page 25: ...ot start release the key mo mentarily then try again Each time the key switch is turned from OFF to ON the warning system will self test Refer to Engine Monitoring on page 35 If the warning system fai...

Page 26: ...d into the notch on the flywheel Wind the cord clockwise in the flywheel ridge mak ing one and a half full windings with the cord A WARNING Move the shift lever to NEUTRAL before performing emergency...

Page 27: ...pped snap tether cord to secure place on clothing Proceed immediately to nearest landing for service A CAUTION Keep everyone clear of your immediate area when pulling on emergency start ing cord espec...

Page 28: ...ount Control 006448 1 Handle shift and throttle 2 Trim tilt switch where equipped 3 Neutral lock lever 4 Fast idle lever warm up 5 Throttle friction adjusting screw 6 Engine cut off switch clip and te...

Page 29: ...everse gear detent Binnacle Mount Controls Move the control handle with a firm quick mo tion forward or aft until it engages the forward or reverse gear detent Speed Control After gear engagement move...

Page 30: ...un lever to RUN position Grasp the tilt grip on engine cover and raise outboard slightly The tilt support will automat ically disengage Slowly lower outboard to its normal operating RUN position Opera...

Page 31: ...ering on page 40 Engage 1 Move the tilt run lever to TILT position 2 Tilt the outboard UP 3 Flip the tilt lock lever down 4 Lower the outboard until the tilt lock lever rests solidly on the stern brac...

Page 32: ...8 Turn the tilt pin handle up Push in against the spring so the retainer will release then slide tilt pin assembly all the way out Insert tilt pin in desire position Make sure the tilt pin passes thro...

Page 33: ...lt in the boat s bow suddenly rising skyward possibly ejecting or otherwise seriously injuring occupants Some boat outboard propeller combinations may encounter boat instability and or high steering t...

Page 34: ...unce Tilt The tilt range allows the operator to tilt the outboard for clearance when beaching moor ing launching or trailering Trim In most operating conditions it is recom mended to trim the outboard...

Page 35: ...Valve If needed the outboard will tilt up or down manually using the manual release valve 1 Turn the manual release screw counter clockwise slowly about 3 1 2 turns until it lightly contacts its retai...

Page 36: ...your speed and keep a sharp lookout IMPORTANT Impact damage is NOT cov ered by the outboard warranty The outboard s shock absorp tion system does not work while operat ing in reverse If you back into...

Page 37: ...gine start up pause with the key switch in the ON position SystemCheck The SystemCheck monitor self tests by sounding a half second beep SystemCheck gauges self test by turning the indicator lights on...

Page 38: ...ty add the recommended oil If the oil tank is not empty seek assistance and or return to safe harbor Symptom The engine is overheating Result EMM will activate S A F E mode Action A continuous light w...

Page 39: ...ctivates and the stream from the water pump indicator be comes intermittent or stops reduce speed to idle and 1 Shift to NEUTRAL 2 SHUT OFF the engine 3 Tilt the outboard up 4 Clean the intake screens...

Page 40: ...inoperative out board high enough to keep its propeller out of the water HIGH ALTITUDE Your outboard s EMM will automatically com pensate for changes in altitude However if you boat above 3000 ft 900...

Page 41: ...ersons into another boat and Keep speed slower than planing speed WEEDY WATER Weeds block water intakes and may cause your outboard to overheat Weeds on the pro peller create vibration and reduce boat...

Page 42: ...T disconnect the fuel hose from the engine and the fuel tank to prevent fuel leaks Whenever the engine is NOT being used Whenever the engine is being trailered Whenever the engine is in storage NOTE A...

Page 43: ...e damage to the outboard TRANSPORTING STORAGE If the outboard is laid down for transportation or storage the oiling system must be primed before reusing the outboard Refer to Prim ing the Oil System o...

Page 44: ...Battery Check battery connections are clean tight and insulated Ensure battery battery box are secure Fuel level Check Refill as needed Navigation lights Check operation Steering system Check operati...

Page 45: ...43 Maintenance...

Page 46: ...d to maintain emission levels within prescribed certification standards The owner operator is not to and should not allow anyone to modify the engine in any manner that would alter the horsepower or a...

Page 47: ...rim tilt system and fluid level inspect B Propeller shaft splines inspect and lubricate 2 C Spark plugs inspect and replace if necessary 3 Starter pinion shaft inspect and lubricate electric start mod...

Page 48: ...t deposits in cooling system passages The outboard can be flushed on the trailer or at dockside Place outboard in vertical down position in a well ventilated area If you cannot store the out board in...

Page 49: ...ses Remove engine cover Install spare fuse in place of failed fuse Detach fuse from plug by pulling down on fuse connector clip Install spare fuse in place of failed fuse Failure to install cover secu...

Page 50: ...maintenance can lead to engine damage Replacement spark plugs MUST be indexed correctly Marine Engine Duty Cycles The International Council of Marine Industry Associations ICOMIA Standard No 36 88 sp...

Page 51: ...oard to remove it from the water lower it and allow the cooling sys tem to drain completely as soon as you clear the launch area Between uses store your outboard in a vertical position A DANGER DO NOT...

Page 52: ...ructions on container Fill fuel tank 2 If winterizing on a trailer remove the pro peller Attach a garden hose to flushing port and turn on the water Refer to Flush ing on page 46 3 Outboard must be in...

Page 53: ...hrottle grip to a position above HALF THROTTLE Outboard will accelerate to fast idle speed and fog itself 4 Allow outboard to run until it shuts itself OFF automatically less than one minute 006458 00...

Page 54: ...Grease propeller shaft splines with recommended lubricant and re install propeller When winterizing is finished leave the outboard in vertical position long enough to completely drain the pow erhead I...

Page 55: ...our preseason start up make sure the warning system self tests properly If it does not see your Dealer Do not run your outboard even for a brief start up without supply ing water to it Following Engin...

Page 56: ...e or Chk Eng light refer to Engine Monitoring on page 35 Engine will not idle properly Debris on propeller Spark plugs damaged or incorrect Refer to Service on page 46 Fuel system contaminated with wa...

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Page 58: ...pressure is not adversely affected by the mounting height of the outboard A WARNING Your outboard must not exceed the max imum horsepower indicated on the boat s capacity plate Such overpower ing can...

Page 59: ...es are suitable IF they meet or exceed the minimum CCA require ments Ask your Dealer about your outboard s re quirements before installing longer battery ca bles or a battery switch Installation Make...

Page 60: ...your boat and outboard MUST be water tested See your Dealer for assistance IMPORTANT The correct propeller for your boat under normal load conditions will allow the engine to run near the midpoint of...

Page 61: ...ler shaft are not aligned tighten the nut until they are in line Do not loosen Install new cotter pin and bend ends to se cure Remove block of wood Make sure engine is in NEUTRAL give propeller a spin...

Page 62: ...at the pro cedure until steering effort is as equal as pos sible Tilt Limiter Cam If your outboard contacts the boat s motor well while tilting adjust the tilt limiter cam to limit maximum tilt up Pla...

Page 63: ...ard s EMM Battery Minimum 3 3 Use a 800 CCA 1000 MCA battery when operating in temperatures below 32 F 0 C 640 CCA 800 MCA 12 volt or 800 CCA 1000 MCA 12 volt below 32 F 0 C Spark Plug 2 Refer to ECI...

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Page 65: ...tem blockage by foreign material Damage resulting from sand or debris in the water pump Cosmetic or paint changes due to exposure to the elements This warranty will be voided in its entirety and rende...

Page 66: ...who reside in the United States and Canada and have purchased Product from a U S or Canadian Dealer are eligible for warranty registration and warran ty coverage hereunder Such limitations are necessa...

Page 67: ...istance is required please contact BRP US Inc Outboard Engines Division After Sales Support P O Box 597 Sturtevant WI 53177 1 847 689 7090 BOMBARDIER RECREATIONAL PRODUCTS LIMITED WARRANTY FOR 2012 EV...

Page 68: ...hese engines are equivalent to the U S EPA s 2006 standards for marine engines Two Stars Very Low Emission The two star label identifies Personal Watercraft Outboard Sterndrive and Inboard engines tha...

Page 69: ...he outboard unless the part is sched uled for replacement as required maintenance in the Operator s Guide Emission warranty parts that are scheduled for replacement as required maintenance are warrant...

Page 70: ...s operation performance or durability or resulting from repairs done by a person that is not an authorized Distributor Dealer Damage caused by abuse misuse abnormal use neglect racing improper operati...

Page 71: ...rranty beyond its original expiration date 5 CONDITIONS TO HAVE WARRANTY COVERAGE This warranty coverage is available only if each of the following conditions has been fulfilled a Evinrude outboard en...

Page 72: ...serves the right to improve modify or change Products from time to time without assuming any obligation to modify Products previously manufactured 8 TRANSFER If the ownership of Product is transferred...

Page 73: ...intenance parts and services including but not limited to maintenance requirements lower unit oil change lubrication linkage adjustments and replacement of fuses zinc anodes thermostats starter motor...

Page 74: ...as determined by Product s Engine Management Module EMM whichever occurs first for private recreational use or 12 CONSECUTIVE MONTHS OR 750 HOURS OF OPERATION as determined by Product s Engine Manage...

Page 75: ...uding those lev ied by governments states territories and their respective agencies BRP reserves the right to improve modify or change Products from time to time without assuming any obligation to mod...

Page 76: ...this Guide and take a boating safety course before you operate your boat and outboard 6 Do you know who to ask if you have any questions about your boat and outboard 7 Do you know your local marine t...

Page 77: ...ould I take my Evinrude E TEC outboard for service For repairs covered under warranty you must take your Evinrude E TEC outboard to an au thorized dealer BRP approved dealers and distributors have rec...

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Page 79: ...Products divi sion where the outboard was registered Please contact your Dealer or Distributor Change of Address Change of Ownership Model number Serial Number Old Address Previous Owner Last name Fi...

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Page 81: ...ress Owner of Model No Serial No To be completed by customer or selling Dealer The Dealer named on this document has instructed me on the operation maintenance safety features and warranty policy all...

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