1. Trim tab
2. Bolt
Bolt tightening torque:
8.0 Nm (5.8 ft-lb) (0.8 kgf-m)
EMU26261
Trim rod (tilt pin)
The position of the trim rod determines the
minimum trim angle of the outboard motor in
relation to the transom.
EMU30530
Tilt lock mechanism
The tilt lock mechanism is used to prevent
the outboard motor from lifting out of the wa-
ter when in reverse gear.
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A
B
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ZMU02289
ZMU02889
Basic components
1. Tilt lock lever
To lock it, set the tilt lock lever in the lock po-
sition. To release, push the tilt lock lever in
the release position.
EMU26321
Tilt support knob
To keep the outboard motor in the tilted up
position, push the tilt support knob under the
swivel bracket.
ECM00660
CAUTION:
Do not use the tilt support lever or knob
when trailering the boat. The outboard
motor could shake loose from the tilt sup-
port and fall. If the motor cannot be trail-
ered in the normal running position, use
an additional support device to secure it
in the tilt position.
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ZMU02291
ZMU02812
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