Yamaha T8 Rigging Manual page 23

Outboard Rigging Guide - 2001
3. Activate the return to port switch on the
engine and fill the engine oil tank half way.
4. Turn the key switch to the OFF position.
Proceed to bleed the oil pump by loosening
the bleed screw (1) to remove air from the oil
feed line (see illustration below).
5. Next, adjust the oil link arm and double check
the synchronization of the throttle plates on
the engine (refer to the proper service manu-
al for the synchronization and linkage adjust-
ments).
4-Stroke Engines
Filling Oil:
NOTE: All 4-stroke engines are shipped with-
out oil in the engine. Yamaha recommends the
use of Yamalube™ 4M, 10W-30, 10W-40, SAE:
SE, SF, SG, or SH.
Perform the following steps when adding oil to
the engine:
1. Remove the oil filler cap. Place 3/4 of the rec-
ommended amount of oil per the service
manual.
2. Ensure the engine is level before removing
the dip stick to check the oil level.*
*Fill oil to the appropriate level, if necessary.
3. Start the engine and let it run for a couple
minutes, then4-3
turn it off, trim the engine until it is level and
double check the oil level.
NOTE: Always remove the dip stick and wipe it
off with a clean towel. Then, reinsert it to check
the oil level.
Precision Blend Engines
NOTE: If the boat has the deck fill installed for
the remote oil tank, ensure the vent is not covered
by sealant nor the hose when installed. Bleeding
of the oil pump on 2-stroke precision blend
engines is a very important step. Consult service
manual or 1999 Marine Tech Guide page 3-27.
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