make sure there is no hesitation in their
travel. Operation should be smooth over
the complete range of motion, and each le-
ver should return completely to the idle po-
sition.
Look for loose or damaged connections of
G
the throttle and shift cables.
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Engine shut-off cord (lanyard)
Inspect the engine shut-off cord for damage,
such as cuts, breaks, and wear.
1. Cord
2. Clip
3. Engine shut-off switch
1. Cord
2. Clip
3. Engine shut-off switch
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Engine oil
1.
Put the outboard motor in an upright po-
2.
3.
4.
1. Oil dipstick
3
2
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1. Lower level mark
2. Oil dipstick
3. Upper level mark
sition (not tilted). NOTICE: If the motor
is not level, the oil level indicated on
the dipstick may not be accurate.
[ECM01790]
Remove oil dipstick and wipe it clean.
Insert the dipstick and remove it again.
Be sure to completely insert the dipstick
into the dipstick guide, otherwise the oil
level measurement will be incorrect.
Check the oil level using the dipstick to
be sure the level falls between the upper
and lower marks. Fill with oil if it is below
the lower mark, or drain to the specified
level if it is above the upper mark.
1
3
2
Operation
1
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