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Routine Service
Filling and Bleeding the Hydraulic Steering System
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• Measure and record the distance between the
mark and the reference point.
• Use two fingers to push the gearcase to star-
board.
• Measure and record the distance between the
mark and the reference point.
Add the measurements. The result should not
exceed approximately 0.59 in. (15 mm).
If the result exceeds this dimension, additional
bleeding may be required. Push the gearcase to
port, until the steering mechanism bumps the
mechanical stop. Then push steadily with increas-
ing force. Repeat to starboard. Definite resistance
should be felt in both directions. If after bumping
the mechanical stop the gearcase continues to
move in the direction it is being pushed, or it feels
loose or “soft” repeat the bleeding process.
Mechanical Free Play Measurement
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1. Mark
2. Reference point object
3. Push against gearcase
4. Measurement
Mechanical Free Play Measurement
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1. Push against gearcase
2. Measurement
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