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Yamaha FT8DE - Securing the Outboard Motor; Transom Clamping and Restraint Cable

Yamaha FT8DE
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Components
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EMU26102
Power tilt switch
The power tilt system adjusts the outboard
motor angle in relation to the transom. Push-
ing the switch “” (up) tilts the outboard mo-
tor up. Pressing the switch “” (down) tilts
the outboard motor down. When the switch is
released, the outboard motor will stop in its
current position.
T
IP:
For instructions on using the power tilt switch,
see pages 45 and 47.
EMU26122
Steering friction adjuster
A friction device provides adjustable resis-
tance to the steering mechanism, and can be
set according to operator preference. An ad-
justing screw or bolt is located on the swivel
bracket.
To increase resistance, turn the adjuster
clockwise.
To decrease resistance, turn the adjuster
counterclockwise.
WARNING
EWM00040
Do not overtighten the friction adjuster. If
there is too much resistance, it could be
difficult to steer, which could result in an
accident.
EMU26262
Trim rod (tilt pin)
The position of the trim rod determines the
minimum trim angle of the outboard motor in
relation to the transom.
EMU30530
Tilt lock mechanism
The tilt lock mechanism is used to prevent the
outboard motor from lifting out of the water
when in reverse gear.
To lock it, set the tilt lock lever in the lock po-
sition. To release, push the tilt lock lever in the
release position.
1. Tilt lock lever
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