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ROUTINE SERVICE
OUTBOARD RIGGING CONNECTIONS
Cable Retainer Clip Installation
When installing retainer clips on control arm link-
age pins, clips should be locked and must not be
bent or deformed.
For proper installation, review the following steps:
• Place washer on pin.
• Position retainer clip with straight section on the
bottom and angled section on the top.
• Use long nose pliers to insert straight section of
clip into linkage pin hole.
• Push the clip towards the hole while lifting on
the curved end with the pliers.
• Be sure retainer clip fully engages the pin.
• Lock the retainer by moving the angled section
behind the straight section.
Cable, Hose, and Wire Routing
Refer to Control Cable Identification on p. 21.
Apply soapy water to the inside surfaces of grom-
met and install cables and fuel line as shown:
Place the grommet into position in the lower
engine cover.
When grommet is in place and all cables have
been installed, tighten a tie strap around the out-
side of the grommet to form a watertight seal
around the cables.
1. Straight section
2. Angled section
DP0818
DP0817
Locked Retainer Clip
1. Angled section behind straight section
DP0817a
A CAUTION
To prevent accidental starting while servic-
ing, disconnect the battery cables at the
battery. Twist and remove all spark plug
leads.
1. Throttle cable
2. Shift cable
3. Main wiring harness
4. Battery cable
5. Fuel line
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