Mercury 140 - Page 55

MAINTENANCE
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3. Lubricate the following with Quicksilver or Mercury Precision Lubricants 2-4-C with Teflon or Special Lubricant
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• Alternator Belt Tensioner Pivot Shaft (EFI Models) - Lubricate through fitting.
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• Swivel Bracket - Lubricate through fitting.
• Tilt Support Lever - Lubricate through fitting.
b
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a - Swivel bracket b - Tilt support lever
• Tilt Tube - Lubricate through fitting
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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 Grease Fitting (If Equipped) - Rotate steering wheel to fully retract the steering cable
end into the outboard tilt tube. Lubricate through fitting.