Outboards F2.5, Owner'S Manual

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Maintenance
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oil level is not at the proper level, add or
extract oil until the oil is between the up-
per and lower marks.
15. Start the engine and make sure that
there are no oil leaks.
NOTICE:
If there
are oil leaks, stop the engine and find
the cause. Consult Our deal-er if the
problem cannot be located and
corrected. Continued operation with
a problem could cause severe
engine damage.
16. Dispose of used oil according to local
regulations.
TIP:

For more information on the disposal of
used oil, consult
Our
dealer.

Change the oil more often when operating
the engine under adverse conditions such
as extended trolling.
17. Install the top cowling.
Checking connector and lead
For checking of the following items for the
connectors and leads, consult a
Our
dealer.

Check that each connector is connected
securely.

Check that each ground lead is secured
properly.
Checking propeller
WARNING
You could be seriously injured if the en-
gine accidentally starts when you are near
the propeller. Before inspecting, remov-
ing, or installing the propeller, place the
gear shift lever in neutral, and remove the
clip from the engine shut-off switch.
Do not use your hand to hold the propeller
when loosening or tightening the propeller
nut. Put a wood block between the anti-cavi-
tation plate and the propeller to prevent the
propeller from turning.
Checkpoints

Check each of the propeller blades for ero-
sion from cavitation or ventilation, or other
damage.

Check the propeller shaft for damage.

Check the splines for wear or damage.

Check for fish line tangled around the pro-
peller shaft.

Check the propeller shaft oil seal for dam-
age.
1. Oil dipstick
2. Upper mark
3. Lower mark
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