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Mercury 200 OptiMax Jet Drive Service Manual

Mercury 200 OptiMax Jet Drive
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Jet Installation
Page 1D-22 90-8M0050731 MAY 2011
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WARNING
Proper installation and maintenance is essential for the steering system to function. Use only the recommended hardware when
installing the steering system. Follow all installation specifications and recommended maintenance procedures.
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2. Thread the cable end adapter onto the steering cable 14 turns to allow for adjustment.
a - Cable end adapter
!
WARNING
The cable end adapter must be threaded fully on the steering cable. Failure to thread the adapter on the steering cable a minimum
of nine (9) turns could result in the cable end adapter disengaging, leading to a loss of steering control of the boat and possible
personal injury or death.
3. Center the rudder assembly on the nozzle.
4. Center the steering wheel by turning the wheel lock to lock and positioning the wheel midway between each lock.
5. Adjust the cable end adapter until the through‑the‑hole in the adapter lines up with the threaded hole in the steering arm. This
is the steering cable fine adjustment. The cable end adapter must be installed on the steering cable a minimum of nine turns.
6. Attach the steering cable to the steering arm with bolt, washer, and locknut. Tighten the locknut to the specified torque.
7. Tighten the cable nuts.
8. Check the steering adjustment to ensure that the rudder does not bottom out before the helm stops at its maximum travel
limit in either direction. Correct if required.
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Mercury 200 OptiMax Jet Drive Specifications

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BrandMercury
Model200 OptiMax Jet Drive
CategoryOutboard Motor
LanguageEnglish

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