Maintanance
5.Start the engine and watch to make sure the iow oil pressure warning indicator turns off. Make
sure that there are no oil leaks.
CAUTION
If the low oil pressure warning indicator does not turn off or if there are oil leaks, stop the engine
and find the cause. Continued operation with a problem could cause severe engine damage.
6. Turn off the engine and wait 3 minutes.Recheck the oil level using the oil filler cap to be sure
the level falls between the upper and lower marks. Fill with oil if it is below the lower mark,or
drain to the specified level if it is above the uppermark.
1. Lower level
2. Upper level
7.Dispose of used oil according to local regulations.
NOTE:
• Change the oil more often when operating the engine under adverse conditions such as extended
trolling.
Checking wiring and connectors
• Check that each grounding wire is properly secured.
• Check that each connector is engaged secured.
Exhaust leakage
Start the engine and check that no exhaust leaks from the joints between the exhaust cover,
cylinder head, and body cylinder.
Water leakage
Start the engine and check that no water leaks from the joints between the exhaust cover, cylinder
head, and body cylinder.
Engine oil leakage
Check for oil leaks on the around the engine.
Checking propeller
WARNING
You could be seriously injured if the engine accidentally starts when you are near the propeller.
• Before inspecting, removing, or installing the propeller, remove the spark plugcaps from the
spark plugs. Also, place the shift control in neutral, turn the main switch to “OFF” (Off) and
remove the key; and remove the lanyard from the engine stop switch.
• Do not use your hand to hold the propeller when loosening or tightening the propeller nut. Put a
wood block between the anti-cavitation plate and the propeller to prevent the propeller from
turning.
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