TRANSPORTING
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2. Lay the outboard down on its back side so the tiller handle is
facing up as shown. Place a protective pad under the
outboard.
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3. Close the fuel tank vent.
Trailering the Boat
IMPORTANT: 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.
The boat should be trailered with the outboard tilted down
(normal operating position). If trailering with the engine fully
down is not possible (the gearcase skeg is too close to the road
in a vertical position), tilt the motor securely using a device (like a
transom saver bar) in the tilted up position.
If additional ground clearance is required, remove the outboard
from the boat and store securely. Additional clearance may be
needed for railroad crossings, driveways, and trailer bouncing.
