TOHATSU MFS 6A3Z 8A3 9.8A3 Owner's Manual page 67

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CAUTION
You may be injured due to high engine tem-
peratures if you fill engine oil just after
stopping. Changing engine oil should be
done after the engine has been cooled.
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CAUTION
Do not overfill engine oil, or engine oil
could leak and/or engine could be dam-
aged. If engine oil level is over upper
limit marks of oil gauge, drain oil to level
lower than upper limit.
Be sure that outboard motor is in upright
and level position when checking or
changing oil.
Stop engine immediately if low oil pres-
sure warning lamp is lit or oil leak is
found, or engine could be severely dam-
aged. Consult dealer.
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Notes
If any amount of water is found in engine
oil, making it milky white, consult dealer.
If engine oil is contaminated with fuel,
emitting strong fuel smell, consult dealer.
Some oil dilution is normal if engine is
idled or trolled for long periods, espe-
cially in cooler water temperatures.
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Cleaning the fuel filters and the
fuel tank
Fuel filters are provided inside the fuel tank
and engine.
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WARNING
Gasoline and its vapors are very flammable
and can be explosive.
INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
Do not start this procedure while engine
is operating or hot even after stopping it.
Place fuel filter away from every source
of ignition such as sparks or open
flames.
Wipe off gasoline well immediately if
spilled.
Install fuel filter with all related parts in
place, or fuel leak could occur, leading
to catching fire or explosion.
Check fuel system regularly for leakage.
Contact authorized dealer for fuel sys-
tem services. Services by unqualified
person could lead to engine damage.
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Fuel filter (for engine)
Replace the fuel filter provided inside of
engine cover if there is water or dirt inside.
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1. Fuel filter
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Fuel filter (for fuel tank)
Loosen the fuel pickup elbow shown at
left, remove it and clean the fuel filter.
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