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WARNING
The end of the steering cable must be fully retracted into the outboard tilt tube before adding lubricant. Adding
lubricant to steering cable when fully extended could cause steering cable to become hydraulically locked. A
hydraulically locked steering cable will cause loss of steering control, possibly resulting in serious injury or
death.
• Steering Cable ‑ Rotate steering wheel to fully retract the steering cable end into the outboard tilt tube.
Lubricate through fitting.
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4. Lubricate the following with Light Weight Oil.
• Steering Link Rod Pivot Points ‑ Lubricate pivot points.
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Gearcase Lubrication
When adding or changing gearcase lubricant, visually check for the presence of water in the lubricant. If water is
present, it may have settled to the bottom and will drain out prior to the lubricant, or it may be mixed with the
lubricant, giving it a milky colored appearance. If water is noticed, have the gearcase checked by your dealer.
Water in the lubricant may result in premature bearing failure or, in freezing temperatures, will turn to ice and
damage the gearcase.
Examine the drained gearcase lubricant for metal particles. A small amount of metal particles indicates normal
gear wear. An excessive amount of metal filings or larger particles (chips) may indicate abnormal gear wear and
should be checked by an authorized dealer.
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