Filling Engine Oil - TOHATSU MFS2.5B Owner's Manual

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Maintaining engine oil
If the engine oil level is low, the life of the
engine will be shortened significantly.
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Checking oil level
1. Stop the engine and set it in a vertical
position.
2. Remove the top cowl.
3. Check the oil level by the oil level
gauge.
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1. Oil filler cap
2. Oil level gauge
3. Upper level
4. Lower level
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Note
The oil level should be checked when the
engine is cold.
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Note
Consult with an authorized dealer if the
engine oil is milky color, or appears contam-
inated.
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Filling engine oil

If the oil level is low, or at lowest mark, add
recommended oil to the upper level mark.
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 Do not add engine oil of brand and grade
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other than existing one. In case engine
300 mL
oil of other brand or grade is added,
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drain all oil and ask dealer for treatment.
 In case other than engine oil such as
gasoline is put in the oil chamber, empty
the chamber and ask dealer for treat-
250 mL
ment.
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 When replenishing engine oil, be careful
not to allow entry of foreign matters
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such as dust and water into oil chamber.
 Wipe off engine oil well immediately if
spilled.
 Do not replenish engine oil over upper
limit. If overfilled, remove oil to upper
limit. If engine oil is over the upper limit,
it can leak potentially leading to engine
damage.
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Washing outboard motor
If outboard motor is used in salt water,
brackish water or water with a high acidic
level, use fresh water to remove salt,
chemicals or mud from exterior and cool-
ing water passage after every cruising or
before storing outboard motor for long
time. Before flushing, remove the propeller
and the forward thrust holder.
INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
CAUTION
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