Yamaha 60A Owner's Manual

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E411015411016EML02011CHECKING POWER TRIM AND TILTSYSTEMw8 Never get under the lower unit while itis tilted, even when the tilt-supportlever is locked. Severe injury couldoccur if the outboard accidentally falls.8 Make sure no one is under the out-board before performing this test.1) Check the power trim and tilt unit forany sign of oil leaks.2) Operate each of the power trim andtilt switches on remote control andengine bottom cowling (If equipped)to check that all switches work.3) Tilt up the motor and check that thetilt rod and trim rods are pushed outcompletely.4) Use the tilt-support lever to lock themotor in the UP position. Operate thetilt down switch briefly so the motoris supported the tilt-support lever.5) Check that the tilt rod and trim rodsare free of corrosion or other flaws.6) Activate the tilt-down switch until thetrim rods have gone completely intothe cylinders.7) Activate the trim-up switch until thetilt rod is fully extended. Unlock thetilt-support lever.8) Operate the motor to tilt down. Checkthat the tilt rod and trim rods operatesmoothly.NOTE:If any operation is abnormal, consult aYamaha dealer.4-18Recommended fluid;Yamaha power trim & tilt fluid orATF (DEXRON-II).