Operation
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2.
Tighten the steering friction adjuster by
turning it clockwise to prevent the motor
from turning freely.
3.
Tighten the air vent screw.
4.
Close the fuel cock.
5.
Hold the rear of the top cowling or the
rear handle (if equipped) with one hand
and tilt the outboard motor up fully until
the tilt support bar automatically locks.
NOTICE
ECM01670
Do not use the tilt support bar when traile-
ring the boat. The outboard motor could
shake loose from the tilt support and fall.
If the motor cannot be trailered in the nor-
mal running position, use an additional
support device to secure it in the tilt posi-
tion. For more detailed information, see
page 42.
TIP:
If the motor is not facing forward, the tilt sup-
port bar cannot automatically turn to the
locked position. If the tilt support bar does not
automatically lock, swing the motor a little to
the left and right.
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