Using Your Evinrude E-TEC
OIL AND FUEL
OIL REQUIREMENTS
If a “LOW OIL” warning occurs, refill the oil
tank immediately. You have a limited amount
of normal operation before running out of oil.
Refer to Engine Monitoring on page 41. Fill
the oil tank with recommend oil as soon as
possible. Refer to Oil Requirements on page
Evinrude/Johnson Brand Oils
Evinrude/Johnson outboard oils are formulat- 18 and Filling the Oil Tank on page 18.
ed to give best engine performance while
Always keep a supply of oil in the tank. If you
controlling piston and combustion chamber
run the oil tank empty, you MUST prime the oil
deposits, providing superior lubrication, and
system before using the engine. Refer to
ensuring maximum spark plug life.
Priming the Oil System on page 19.
The following outboard oils are recommend-
ed for use in your Evinrude E-TEC outboard:
Filling the Oil Tank
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Evinrude/Johnson XD100;
Evinrude/Johnson XD50; or
Evinrude/Johnson XD30.
IMPORTANT: The oil tank capacity is 1.5
quarts (1.4 liters).
Release rear engine cover latch by pulling the
handle back and turning downward.
Evinrude/Johnson XD100 Oil
Evinrude/Johnson XD100 oil is preferred
for your Evinrude E-TEC outboard. This
synthetic formula oil provides uncompro-
mised lubrication and superior performance,
even in extreme conditions—especially in
cold temperatures down to 0°F (-17°C).
Other Oils
If Evinrude/Johnson brand oils are not avail-
able, you must use an oil that meets NMMA
TC-W3 certification standards.
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IMPORTANT: Failure to follow oil specifica-
tions could void the engine warranty if a lubri-
cation-related failure occurs.
Pull up on the tilt handle to release the engine
cover seal on the engine cover.
OILING SYSTEM INFORMATION
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The oiling system must be primed on new
outboards. Refer to Priming the Oil System
on page 19. Check oil tank level frequently.
Always “top off” your oil tank prior to pro-
longed usage or long trips.
New outboards are programmed to use addi-
tional oil during the first two hours of opera-
tion above 2000 RPM.
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1.
Tilt handle
NOTICE
When operating in conditions
under
32°F
(0°C),
Evinrude/Johnson
XD100 oil, must be used.
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| Model Year | 2011 |
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