1. COMMON MODEL INFORMATION TRIM ANGLE ADJUSTMENT COTTER PIN For outboard motors equipped with power trim and tilt, initial placement of the transom angle adjusting rod should be in the lowest hole (nearest to the transom). For outboard motors not equipped with power trim and tilt, initial placement of the adjusting rod should ensure the outboard motor is vertical to the boat when the boat is at its normal attitude. It June be necessary to move the adjusting rod to a different position due to the following situations: To avoid interference when motor is trimmed to lowest position. If, due to boat weight or design, boat does not produce increased performance with motor trimmed to lowest hole.
Motor installation angle (trim angle) should be adjusted when stopped. Changing trim angle compensates for wave conditions, wind, boat load, crew number, etc., to ensure optimum handling. Cruising Characteristics 4. Tighten the propeller nut and secure with the cotter pin. If the cotter pin does not align with the hole in the propeller shaft, adjust by turning the nut in the tightening direction. Do not exceed the maximum torque. Refer to the appropriate Honda Marine Shop Manual for torque specifications. After installation, bend the cotter pin ends as shown to secure the propeller nut. Proper trim angle: Assures most stable cruising and maximum performance. Excessive negative trim angle:
Causes unwanted “bow steer.” Too large trim angle: Causes bow rise, which hinders stable cruising, visibility and planing. 1-43 Date of Issue: June 2003 0 2001-2003 American Honda Motor Co., Inc.