Removal Of Tilt Cylinder; Inspection Of Tilt Cylinder - TOHATSU MFS 25D Service Manual

20) Removal of Tilt Cylinder

1. Retract the tilt rod.
Sandwich the PT unit 1 from both sides with wood or
2.
aluminum plates a and secure with a vice.
Secure the joint 2, loosen the nut 3 with a wrench, and
3.
remove the joint 2 and nut 3.
4. Using a 36-mm deep socket wrench, loosen the tilt
cylinder 4, extend the tilt rod, then remove the tilt cylinder
4.
The tilt cylinder is loosened with the tilt rod
retracted, and then removed in its most extended
position.
5. Drain the PT fluid.
Remove the inner tube assy (including the inner tube 5,
6.
tilt rod assy 6, and free piston 7) from the tilt cylinder 4.
Remove the tilt rod assy 6 and free piston 7 from the
7.
inner tube 5.

21) Inspection of Tilt Cylinder

Check the inside and outside walls of the tilt cylinder 1
1.
and inner tube 2 for scratches and damage. Replace if
necessary.
Check the tilt rod assy 3 and free piston 4 for scratches
2.
and damage on the surface. Replace if necessary.
Check the tilt rod 3 for bending and excessive corrosion.
3.
For light rust, polish with 400 to 600 grit sandpaper or
replace as needed.
Tilt cylinder dust seals and O-rings are not
reusable. Be sure to replace with new ones.
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