Suzuki 2-15HP outboard motors Service Manual, Page 2Get this manual
Suzuki DT2 WBRICATION
The power head is lubricated by oil mixed with the fu eL Fuel: oil ratio should be 30:1 during break-in of new or rebuilt engineFuel:oil ratio for normal service is 50: on models prior to 1987 and 100:1 on 1987 and later modelsRecommended oil is Suzuki Outboard Motor Oil or good quality NMMA certified TC-W oiL When using any other type of two-stroke engine oil, fuel:oil ratios should be 20: during break -in and 30:1 for normal serviceManufacturer recommends regular or unleaded automotive ga';oline having an 85-95 octane ratingGasoline and oil should be thoroughly mixedThe lower unit gears and bearings are lubricated with SAE 90 hypoid outboard gear oilLower unit capacity on models priorto 1987 is approximately 40 mL (1.3 ozOil capacity on late models is approximately 70 mL (2.4 oz on short drive shaft models and 120 mL (4 .1 oz) on long drive shaftmodelsOn early models (prior to 1987)lay motor on side to fill with oilLater models are equipped with ventoil level check plug on side of gearcaseReinstall plug securely using new gasket if necessary to ensure water tight sealfilter (17) should be cleaned after every 50 hours of operationTh check float level, remove float bowl and invert carburetorWith float installed on float ann (23), float surface nearest main jet should be 19-21 mm (0.748-0.826 in away from carburetor gasket surfaceMake certain float is level with gasket surface when measuringAdjust float level by bending float arm tangWhen installing carburetor, renew "0" ring (13) as required