2004 SR Johnson 2-stroke 40, 50HP Service Manual, Page 298Get this manual
Outboard Hydraulic TiltfTrim Shock Absorption System and Safety
What is most important?
Shock absorption system must always be ready to absorb some blows to the lower parts of the outboard Outboard must not trim in too far suddenly
What can happen?
Without shock protection, blow like this could cause serious damage to the outboard and injury to boat occupants from the outboard or its parts entering the boatTransom could break away and outboard may be lost overboard
At high speeds, sudden trimming in too far may dive boat under water or spin it around
How can possible conditions be minimized?
Read, understand, and follow manufacturer's instructions Follow warnings marked "6" closely Test your work whenever possible If oil leaks are seen in service areas, determine sourceKeep reservoir filled If outboard is hydraulic tilt! trim model, always return rod to hole position determined by boat operator and make sure angle adjusting rod retain is in locked positionMake sure manual release valve is closed tightTorque to 45 to 55 inIbs(5.1 to 6.2 Nm)If left open, outboard has no shock protectionTrimming "in" too far can happen when angle adjusting rod is not in the right hole or is not in any hole (lost)U