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CHANGING GEAR OIL
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Never get under the lower unit while it is
tilted, even when the tilt- support lever is
locked. Severe injury could occur if the
outboard accidentally falls.
1)
Put the outboard in a vertical position
(not tilted).
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Be sure the outboard is securely fastened
to the transom or a stable stand. You
could be severely injured if the outboard
falls on you.
2)
Place a suitable container under the
gearcase.
3)
Remove the oil drain plug.
NOTE:
The oil drain plug is magnetic. Remove all
metal particles from the plug before rein-
stalling it.
4)
Remove the oil level plug to allow the
oil to drain completely.
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Oil-level plug
2
Oil drain-plug
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Inspect the used oil after it has been
drained. If the oil is milky, water is get-
ting into the gearcase which can cause
gear damage. Consult a Yamaha dealer
for repair of the lower unit seals.
NOTE:
For disposal of used oil consult your
Yamaha dealer.
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