2004 Johnson 6 hp R4 RL4 4-Stroke Outboard Owners Manual

IMPACT DAMAGE
If you hit any object, stop immediately and examine
the engine for loosening of attaching hardware and
clamp screws, if equipped. Inspect for damage to
swivel  and  stern  brackets,  steering  components,
and components in the area of impact. Also, exam-
ine  the  boat  for  structural  damage.  Tighten  any
loosened hardware. If the collision occurred in the
water,  proceed  slowly  to  harbor.  Before  boating
again,  have  your  DEALER  thoroughly  inspect  all
components.
Your  engine  has  a  shock  absorption  system  de-
signed to help withstand damage from impact with
underwater  objects  at  low  to  moderate  speeds.
However, high speed impacts with rigid underwater
objects like pilings or boulders can be beyond the
capability of  the absorption system. Such impacts
can result in serious damage to your engine and in-
jury to boat occupants from the engine or its parts
entering the boat. Occupants can also be ejected or
injured by falling against portions of the boat as a
result of rapid deceleration following impacts. When
boating in unfamiliar, shallow or debris-laden wa-
ters, seek information on safe boating areas and
navigation hazards from a reliable local source. Re-
duce your speed and keep a sharp lookout!
WARNING
Failure to inspect for damage could result in
sudden,   unexpected    component   failure,
loss  of  boat  control,  and  personal  injury.
Unrepaired damage could reduce your boat
and engine’s ability to resist future impacts.
LOW OIL PRESSURE WARNING
Should crankcase  oil pressure  drop to a danger-
ously low level during engine operation, the low oil
pressure  warning   will  activate   and  the   engine
speed will not exceed 2000 RPM (FAST idle).
If, during operation, your engine slows itself to fast
idle and will not exceed that pace, shut OFF the en-
gine.
If tilted, place the engine in vertical position.
Check the oil level on the dipstick and add oil, if
needed.  Refer  to  Crankcase  Oil  and  Filter  and
Engine Specifications.
Examine the oil fill cap and drain screw for evidence
of oil leakage and make sure they are tight.
The  engine’s  shock  absorption  system  does  not
work while operating in reverse. If you back into an
object, either in the water or while trailering, your
boat and engine can be seriously damaged.
If the dipstick shows the oil level is okay, leave the
engine upright and shut off for ten minutes, then
start it. If the engine still limits itself to about 2000
RPM, see your DEALER.
Reset — After oil pressure has been restored, op-
erate the engine below 1500 RPM to reset the
warning system for normal operation.
If the oil level is correct, see your DEALER.
IMPORTANT: Do not rely on the low oil pressure
warning to indicate the need to add oil. Be sure to
periodically check the engine oil level. If the oil level
is low, severe engine damage can result.
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CategoriesBRP Brand Manuals, Johnson 4-Stroke Manuals, Johnson Brand Manuals, Johnson Outboard Manuals
Document TypeBoat Motor Manual. Marine Operator's Engine Guide.
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Model Year2004
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