•
Copper paints must not be used.
•
Use paints specifically designed for aluminum
drives.
•
Due to environmental concerns, the painting proce-
dure should be carried out by a qualified technician
at an authorized Volvo Penta dealership.
NOTICE!
If you use copper-based paint on your boat
bottom, leave a 1-inch border between the paint and
the transom shield.
Failure to follow this instruction
will result in severe corrosion of the transom
shield and drive.
Power Trim/Tilt-Fluid
The trim/tilt assembly is a closed hydraulic system that
includes the trim pump assembly, trim cylinders and
hydraulic lines. No regular oil level check is required
unless trim system performance is poor.
If system performance is poor, contact a Volvo Penta
dealer or refer to the
Workshop Manual
.
Pitot Tube (Speedometer Port)
The pitot tube, located at the leading edge of the drive
unit, provides pressure input for the speedometer. If
the pitot tube becomes clogged (e.g. silt, sand, vege-
tation), the speedometer may stop functioning.
To clear debris from the pitot tube, use a six inch length
of stiff wire (1/8” or 3 mm diameter) to push debris in
the pitot tube into the drive cavity.
If this does not solve the issue, the pitot may be
blocked further up in the system of tubes and passa-
geways. Some drive or shield disassembly may be
required. See your authorized dealer for assistance.
Note: the Forward Drive does not have a pitot tube.
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