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Routine Service
Lubrication
• Tilt the outboard and engage the tilt support.
• Remove filler cap and check fluid level.
• Single Ram System–Add Evinrude/Johnson
Biodegradable TNT Fluid, as needed, to bring
level to the bottom of the fill plug threads.
Install the filler cap and tighten to a torque of 45 to
55 in. lbs. (5 to 6 N·m).
• Disengage tilt support.
• Cycle the unit at least five complete cycles to
purge all air from the system. When cycling the
unit, hold the trim switch ON an additional 5 to
10 seconds after the unit reaches the end of its
travel before activating the switch in the oppo-
site direction.
1. Tilt support bracket, 2-cylinder models
18954
1. Tilt support bracket, 3-cylinder models
002279
Single Ram System, 2-Cylinder Models
1. Filler cap
008018
Single Ram System, 3-Cylinder Models
1. Filler cap
008017