Engine Oil; Engine; Install Cowling - Yamaha F4A Owner's Manual

Operation
1. Cord
2. Clip
3. Engine shut-off switch
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Engine oil

1. Put the outboard motor in an upright po-
sition (not tilted). NOTICE: If the motor
is not level, the oil level indicated on
the dipstick may not be accurate.
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2. Remove the top cowling.
3. Remove oil dipstick and wipe it clean.
4. 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.
5. 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.
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1. Oil dipstick
1. Lower level mark
2. Oil dipstick
3. Upper level mark
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Engine

Check the engine and engine mounting.
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Look for loose or damaged fasteners.
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Check the propeller for damage.
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Check for oil leaks.
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Install cowling

1. Be sure that all cowling lock levers are
released.
2. Be sure that the rubber seal is seated all
the way around the engine.
3. Place the cowling on top of the seal.
4. Check to be sure the rubber seal fits cor-
rectly all the way around the engine.
5. Move the levers to lock the cowling as
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