GROUP INDEX , ' No. GROUP TITLE PAGE I. MAIN SPECIFICATIONS FOR DT85 3- 4 2. GENERAL INFORMATION 5-'7 3. SERVICE DATA 19-27 4. APPLICATION CHART OF MATERIALS REQUIRED 29-37 5. OUTBOARD MOTOR SETTING AND ADJUSTMENT 39-48 6. ENGINE 49-73 7. COOLING SYSTEM 75-77 8. FUEL SYSTEM 79-89 9. SWIVEL AND STEERING 91 - 96 10. GEAR CASE 97-"8 ". POWER TRIM AND TILT SYSTEM 119 ...... 124 12. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 125 ...... '37 '3. PROPELLER '39 ...... 141 14. TROUBLE SHOOTING ATTACHED IS. DT75 HQD" MODEL C83-MODEL) 143-170 16. DT85 HQD" MODEL C83-MODEL) 171-190 17. DT75/ 85 HVH" MODEL ('87-MODEL) 191- 231 18. DT75MQ/HQ/CQ/T/85CQ/T "VH" MODEL 233-275 19. DT75/85 HJ" MODEL ('88-MODEL) 277-326 20. DT75/85 HJ" MODEL ('88-MODEL) FOR USA 327-370
I " - ........... . -I, \ ) MAIN SPECIFICATIONS FOR DT85 CONTENTS MAIN SPECI FICATIONS FOR DT85 .... • ........... ••. •. ............... 4 , ,
4 MAIN SPECIFICATIONS FOR D185 Starter system: Electric starter BATTERY Ignition system: SUZUKI "PEl" Gear oil: 700 ml (23.7/24.6 US/lmp.oz.) Gear ratio: 13 : 27 ® CD n.o mm (2.83 in.) ® 84.0 mm (3.31 in.) ® 1.197 em' (73.04 cu.in. Standard spark plug and gap: NGK B8 HS 0.8-0.9 mm (0.031 - 0.035 in.) Cooling system: Displacement type water pump Exhaust system: Through prop hub exhaust
I GR~UP "'c------------------------'-, ---- GENERAL INfORMA rlON CONTENTS BREAKING-IN ................................................. 6 - 7 MAINTENANCE, INSPECTION AND SERVICING ......................... 8 SPECIAL TOOLS . .............................................. 9 - 10 OPTIONAL PARTS . ............................................ 11 - 17
B GENERAL INFORMATION MAINTENANCE, INSPECTOIN AND SERVICING • Since the DT85, DT85T and DT85TC are high-power engines, their lives will be greatly affected by daily care. Not only the periodic inspection but break-in operation is also very important in the life of the engine. Please familialize your customers with the correct procedures for break-in operation so the engine can be used in top working condition for a prolonged period of time. Item Servicing intervals Remarks 1st IOhrs Every 50hrs Every IOOhrs Bolts and nuts Retighten Retighten Refer to SERVICE DATA Clean and adjust Spark plug gap; Spark plugs spark gap 0.8 - 0.9 mm (0.031 - 0.035 in) Wire harness Check connections Check connections for tightness for tightness Starting motor brushes Check brush for wear Service limit: 12 mm (0.47 in.) Ignition timing Check and adjust ATDC7° - BTDC21.5° Carburetors Check and adjust Check and adjust Gear oil Change Change Hypoid gear oil SAE #90,700 ml Piston, cylinder and De-carbon Renew gasket when cylinder head de-carboned Replace or repiar Replace or repair Propeller badly bent or broken badly bent or broken propeller propeller Check and adjust Check and adjust Remote control linkage for proper linkage for proper control of clutch and control of clutch and throttle throttle Ignition switch Check for proper Check for proper and Choke solenoid operation operation Emergency stop switch Check "OFF" and Check "OFF" and "ON" "ON" Clean and check for Fuel tank crack and fuel leakage (Usually check) Inspect for fuel Inspect for fuel Fuel hoses leakage and hose leakage cracking •• I nspect for oil Oil injection system Inspect for oil leakage and oil leakage line breakage Inlet case hose I nspect for crack I nspect for oil and breakage and breakage Water pump Check impeller and Replace if worn casing for wear out Neutral start inter- Usually check "OFF" and "ON" lock switch • Check operation Power trim and tilt Check for oil leakage Check pipes for cracks For DT85T and DT85TC •• For DT85TC , , \ ) I
'. , j 10 GENERAL INFORMATION Flywheel holder 09930-49410 Drive shaft holder 09950-79510 Hydrometer 09900-28403 CD Propeller shaft housing installer 09922-59410 ® Bearing installer handle 09922-59420 ~® ~C Rotor remove. slide shaft CD 09930-301 02 Attachment ® 09930-30161 Outboard test wheel 09914-79510 Engine speed tester CD 09900-26003 ® 09900-26004 CD ®~I Gl. ~ ~ o~~ "' ~"-' -"~ . ,,, ~.~1 c,:::~~ SUZUKI Timing light ID 09900-27301 ® 09900-27311 ~ /-' m~~~ @® Oil leakage tester CD 09950-6951 0 ® 09821-00004 <D «: : () r Beari ng oi I seal installer 09914-79610 r
/ f , \ I I OPTIONAL PARTS Meters As illustrated below, the optional speedo- meter, tachometer, voltmeter, hourmeter and trimmeter can be installed boat's dash board. Speedometer The speedometer cable conduit which is installed on the dashboard should be routed to as much higher position on the transom as possible. The speedometer sen- sor should be mounted as illustrated. Flash hose attachment (55181-95200) =D (55182-95200) GENERAL INfORMATION 11 Tachometer (34200-95500) Voltmeter (34600-95501 ) Hourmeter (34500-95501 ) Rectifier & regulator (32800-95820) f 30mm (1.2 in) Speedometer sensor
The 1981-1992 Suzuki DT75, DT85, DT85T, DT85TC 2-Stroke Outboard Service & Repair Manual provides detailed service procedures, troubleshooting guidance, and maintenance schedules for Suzuki's 75HP and 85HP 2-stroke marine engines. Whether you're rebuilding the powerhead, adjusting linkages, or troubleshooting electrical faults, this manual delivers accurate OEM specifications and model-specific data across a range of production years and engine variants.
Designed for marine technicians, seasoned DIYers, and restoration specialists, the manual includes multiple supplements for different year models (including ’83, ’87, and ’88 variants) to ensure full compatibility with all major updates throughout the engine’s production span. Diagrams, exploded views, and torque settings are included to facilitate both partial and full overhauls.
Content Overview:
Main Specifications for DT85
General Information
Service Data
Application Chart of Materials Required
Outboard Motor Setting and Adjustment
Engine
Cooling System
Fuel System
Swivel and Steering
Gear Case
Power Trim and Tilt System
Electrical System
Propeller
Troubleshooting
’83 Model Supplements: DT75QD and DT85QD
’87 VH Model: DT75/85
’88 J Model and U.S. Specific Variant Supplements
This manual is essential for anyone maintaining or restoring older Suzuki DT75 or DT85 outboards. Its clear structure and inclusion of year-specific updates make it ideal for everything from routine tune-ups to full engine rebuilds.
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