Suzuki 50-85HP outboard motors Service Manual, Page 21Get this manual
Suzuki DT55DT65 (After 1984) separate gearcase assembly from drive shaft housingRemove water pump assembly (FigSZI5-13)Remove propeller with related components from propel-
OUTBOARD MOTOR
POWER TILT AND TRIM
Some models are equipped with hydraulically actuated power tilt and trim systemAn oil pump driven by reversible electric motor provides oil pressureA rocker control switch determines motor and pump rotation, retracting or extending tilt and trim cylindersThe pump is equipped with manual release valve (M-FigSZI5-22)Rotating manual release valve (M) two turns counterclockwise enables manual movement of trim and tilt cylinders if electric motor malfunctionsRecommended power trimtilt oil on models prior to 1987 is SAE 20, SAE IOW-30 or SAE lOW-40 motor oil, or Dexron automatic transmission fluidRecommended oil on models after 1986 is Dexron II or equivalentDo not run pump without oil in reservoirOil level should be even with bottom of fill plug holePower tilt system should be cycled several times and oil level rechecked if system has been drained or lost large amount of oilNOTE: On models prior to 1987, outboard motor must be In full down position when checking 011 levelOn models after 1986, motor must be tilted fully up to check 011 level