Trim And Tilt Lubrication - Evinrude E-TEC E40DRLSCB Service Manual

Trim and Tilt
Check reservoir fluid level at least every three
years or 300 operating hours. System capacity is
approximately 15.2 fl. oz. (450 ml).
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Tilt the outboard and engage the tilt support.
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1. Tilt support bracket
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Remove the fill plug.
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Single Ram System–Add Evinrude/Johnson
Biodegradable TNT Fluid, as needed, to bring
level to the bottom of the fill plug threads.
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Install the fill plug and tighten to a torque of 45
to 55 in. lbs. (5 to 6 N·m).
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Disengage tilt support.
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Cycle the unit at least five complete cycles to
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purge all air from the system. When cycling the
unit, hold the trim switch ON an additional 5 to
10 seconds after the unit reaches the end of its
travel before activating the switch in the oppo-
site direction.
Correct fluid level must be maintained to
ensure operation of the impact protection
built into the unit.
MAINTENANCE
LUBRICATION
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