1997 Johnsoon Evinrude "EU" 50 thru 70 3-Cylinder Service Manual, P/N 507266, Page 72Get this manual
Component Servicing
INote Any time that the
VRO oil supply line has been disconnected from the engine, you must run 50:1 fuelloil mixture in the fuel tank for period of time sufficient to verify oil consumptionOnce oil consumption has been verified, you can switch back to clear fuel in the tank
Oil Supply Hose and Pickup Assembly
If you suspect that the oil supply to the restricted, check two areas
pump is being
1Remove the pickup assembly and inspect for clogged or contaminated filter Remove the four No25 Torx screws and remove the pickup assembly from the reservoir Carefully remove the pickup filter and flush with mild solvent to remove any contamination Install the filter, being careful not to move the pickup assembly on its support rods