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1. Place the motor in a vertical position, then
remove the motor cover 1 by unlocking the
lever 2 and 3.
2. Pull out the oil dipstick and wipe oil off with a
clean cloth.
NOTE:
If the engine oil is contaminated or discolored,
replace with fresh engine oil. Refer to the
ENGINE OIL section.
3. Insert the dipstick all the way into the engine,
then remove it again.
The oil on the dipstick should be between
the upper and lower limits shown on the dip-
stick. If the oil level indication is near the
lower limit, add enough oil to raise the level
to the upper limit.
To fill the engine with oil:
1. Remove the oil filler cap.
2. Fill with recommended engine oil to the
upper level.
3. Tighten the oil filler cap securely.
• Check the battery solution level.
The level should be kept between the MAX
and the MIN level lines at all times. If the
level drops below the MIN level line, refer
to MAINTENANCE section.
• Make sure that the battery leads are
securely connected to the battery termi-
nals.
• Visually check the propeller to make sure
it is not damaged.
• Make sure the motor is securely mounted
to the transom.
NOTICE
Running the engine with an excessive
amount of oil can damage the engine.
Do not overfill the engine with oil.