Trim Tab Adjustment - TOHATSU MFS 15C Owner's Manual

4. Trim Tab Adjustment

If straight-line cruising can not be
achieved, adjust the trim tab located
under the anti-ventilation plate.
◎ If the boat veers toward the right,
direct the trim tab towards A.
◎ If the boat veers toward the left,
direct the trim tab towards B.
B
A
Notes
● The trim tab also acts as an anode
to prevent electrolytic corrosion.
Therefore do not paint or grease
this part.
● After adjustment securely tighten
the trim tab fixing bolt.
● Check for looseness of the bolt and
the trim tab at regular intervals.
WARNING
!
● Inappropriate adjustment of trim tab
could cause steering difficulty. After
installing or readjusting trim tab,
check if steering load is even.
● Tighten trim tab bolt to specified
torque.
Trim tab
WARNING
!
● Be sure that outboard motor is
secured to transom or service
stand, or accidental drop or fall of
outboard motor could lead to severe
personal injury.
● Be sure to lock outboard motor if
it is tilted up, or accidental fall of
outboard motor could lead to severe
personal injury.
● Do not go under outboard motor
tilted up and locked, or accidental
fall of outboard motor could lead to
severe personal injury.
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