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4. Air purging from the power trim and tilt unit: Entrapped air in
the power trim and tilt unit will cause poor tilting movement.
With the engine mounted on the boat, set the manual release
valve to the manual side, and tilt the engine manually up/down
5–6 times while checking the oil level. When done, close the
valve by turning towards the power side.
CLEANING FUEL TANKS AND FILTERS
1. Water or dirt in the fuel tank may cause engine trouble.
2. Clean the tank at specified times or after a long storage period
(over three months).
Fuel filters are provided inside the fuel tank and at the engine.
1. Loosen a fuel pickup elbow and remove it. Then clean the fuel
filter.
a - Fuel pickup elbow
b - Filter