Shifting Transmission - PCM HO303 MPI Owner's Operation And Maintenance Manual

FORWARD SHIFT
RANGE
IDLE
FORWARD
THROTTLE
RANGE
NEUTRAL
LOCKOUT
IMPORTANT: If the engine fails to start within 20-30
seconds, turn the ignition key to the OFF position
and allow 2 minutes for the starter motor to cool off
before attempting to restart the engine.
NOTICE: If engine still fails to start, contact your PCM
Engines Dealer for service.
8. Check engine oil pressure immediately after
the engine starts. If oil pressure is not within
specifi cations (see Engine Specifi cations),
immediately stop the engine and determine the
cause.
9. Check voltmeter for proper charging system
operation.
10. Check the engine and transmission for fuel, oil,
water and exhaust leaks.
11. Allow the engine to reach normal operating
temperature. Check the temperature gauge
to ensure the engine is operating within the
normal temperature range. If the temperature
is abnormally high, stop the engine immediately
and determine the cause.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS - 5
NEUTRAL
FULL
THROTTLE
Figure 5-3 Typical Throttle / Shift Position Settings
L510010-11
REVERSE SHIFT RANGE
FULL
THROTTLE

SHIFTING TRANSMISSION

CAUTION
Never shift the transmission into or out of gear
unless the throttle is at the idle position. Shifting the
transmission above 1000 RPM can severely damage
the boat, transmission and engine.
1. Set the throttle lever at the idle position.
2. Pull up on the Safety Collar and slowly push the
throttle/shift handle into the Forward gear Idle
position.
Throttle may be increased/decreased as required in the
Forward Throttle Range.
3. Pull up on the Safety Collar and slowly pull the
throttle/shift handle back into the Reverse gear
Idle position.
Throttle may be increased/decreased as required in the
Reverse Throttle Range.
4. Move the transmission lever to the center detent
position to shift into Neutral.
IDLE
REVERSE
THROTTLE
RANGE
SAFETY
COLLAR
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