Adjusting Trim Angle (Power Trim And Tilt) - Yamaha 40V Owner's Manual

Operation
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1. Trim rod
3. Reposition the rod in the desired hole.
To raise the bow ("trim-out"), move the rod
away from the transom.
To lower the bow ("trim-in"), move the rod to-
ward the transom.
Make test runs with the trim set to different
angles to find the position that works best for
your boat and operating conditions.
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WARNING
Stop the engine before adjusting the
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trim angle.
Use care to avoid being pinched when
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removing or installing the rod.
Use caution when trying a trim position
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for the first time. Increase speed gradu-
ally and watch for any signs of instabil-
ity or control problems. Improper trim
angle can cause loss of control.
TIP:
The outboard motor trim angle can be
changed approximately 4 degrees by shifting
the trim rod one hole.
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Adjusting trim angle (Power trim and
tilt)
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WARNING
Be sure all people are clear of the out-
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board motor when adjusting the trim
angle. Body parts can be crushed be-
tween the motor and the clamp bracket
when the motor is trimmed or tilted.
Use caution when trying a trim position
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for the first time. Increase speed gradu-
ally and watch for any signs of instabil-
ity or control problems. Improper trim
angle can cause loss of control.
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If equipped with a power trim and tilt
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switch located on the bottom cowling,
use the switch only when the boat is at
a complete stop with the engine off. Do
not adjust the trim angle with this
switch while the boat is moving.
Adjust the outboard motor trim angle using
the power trim and tilt switch.
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1. Power trim and tilt switch
1. Power trim and tilt switch
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