69M3E11GENINFO123456789General informationHow to use this manual ................................................................................. 1-1Manual format............................................................................................ 1-1Symbols..................................................................................................... 1-2Safety while working......................................................................................1-3Fire prevention........................................................................................... 1-3Ventilation..................................................................................................1-3Self-protection ........................................................................................... 1-3Parts, lubricants, and sealants ..................................................................1-3Good working practices .............................................................................1-4Disassembly and assembly ....................................................................... 1-4Identification...................................................................................................1-5Applicable model .......................................................................................1-5Serial number ............................................................................................ 1-5Features and benefits .................................................................................... 1-6Ignition system........................................................................................... 1-6Blowby gas reburning system.................................................................... 1-7Oil check window.......................................................................................1-8Idle silencer ............................................................................................... 1-9Splash lubrication system........................................................................1-10Low vibration tiller handle ........................................................................1-11Technical tips ...............................................................................................1-12TCI system ..............................................................................................1-12Automatic tilt support and steering pivot immobilization system ............. 1-13Cooling water flow chart ..........................................................................1-14Propeller selection ....................................................................................... 1-15Propeller size........................................................................................... 1-15Selection.................................................................................................. 1-15Predelivery checks ......................................................................................1-15Checking the fuel system ........................................................................1-15Checking the gear oil............................................................................... 1-15Checking the engine oil ...........................................................................1-16Checking the outboard motor mounting height........................................ 1-16Checking the steering system .................................................................1-16Checking the gear shift and throttle operation.........................................1-17Checking the engine shut-off switch........................................................ 1-17Checking the cooling water pilot hole ......................................................1-17Test run ................................................................................................... 1-18Break-in ................................................................................................... 1-18After test run ............................................................................................ 1-18Adjusting the engine idle speed...............................................................1-18