IF the S.L.O.W. protection system activates and the
stream from the water pump indicator becomes in-
termittent or stops, reduce speed to idle and:
TILT SUPPORT
IMPORTANT: DO NOT use the tilt support lever
while trailering. Refer to Trailering.
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Shift to NEUTRAL;
SHUT OFF the engine;
Tilt the motor up;
Clean the intake screens and four small gearcase
holes of any blockage;
WARNING
Always use the power tilt to lift and support
the motor BEFORE you disengage the tilt
support lever. If oil pressure is lost while
using the tilt support lever, the motor can
drop suddenly when the support is disen-
gaged. If the power tilt will not lift the motor,
do not attempt to force the tilt lever from its
position on the stern brackets. See your
DEALER.
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Clean the water pump indicator of any blockage;
Lower the motor; and
Restart the engine and run at idle.
IF cleaning the screens and indicator does not re-
store the water pump indicator’s steady discharge,
SHUT OFF the engine and do not attempt to oper-
ate it. See your DEALER.
IF cleaning the screens and indicator does restore
the water pump indicator’s steady discharge, you
might have to run for two minutes in NEUTRAL to
allow the engine to cool.
Engage the tilt support lever if you intend to leave
the motor tilted for a period of time:
Tilt the motor UP using the trailering tilt switch.
Flip the tilt support lever down.
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IMPORTANT: You must restore cooling to the en-
gine to avoid serious engine damage.
After any overheat, have your DEALER:
Torque the cylinder head screws.
Inspect the water pump for excessive wear or dam-
age.
Inspect the thermostats.
Inspect the engine for leaks.
TRAILERING
WARNING
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1.
• Lower the motor until the tilt support lever rests
solidly on the stern brackets.
Tilt support lever
Keep everyone clear of stern area when
raising or lowering the outboard. Personal
injury or death can result from contact with
moving parts of the outboard.
Disengage the tilt support lever:
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Tilt the motor UP.
Flip the tilt support level up.
Lower the motor to operating position.
Trailer your boat with the motor in a vertical posi-
tion. If your trailer does not provide adequate road
clearance, the motor can be trailered by using an
accessory trailering bracket. See your DEALER.
DO NOT use the tilt support when trailering.
IMPORTANT: Whenever using an accessory traile-
ring bracket, the motor must be restrained. Bounc-
ing during transport will damage the motor and
boat’s transom.
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| Categories | BRP Brand Manuals, Johnson 4-Stroke Manuals, Johnson Brand Manuals, Johnson Outboard Manuals |
|---|---|
| Document Type | Boat Motor Manual. Marine Operator's Engine Guide. |
| Tags | Johnson 25 hp, Johnson 30 hp, Johnson PL4 |
| Model Year | 2004 |
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| Publisher | johnson.com |
| Wikipedia's Page | Johnson Outboards |
| Copyright | Attribution Non-commercial |
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