Mercury 200 Optimax User Manual

OUTBOARD INSTALLATION
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2. Insert steering cable into tilt tube.
3725
3. Torque nut to specification.
3727
Description Nm lb. in. lb. ft.
Nut 47.5 35
Steering Link Rod Fasteners
IMPORTANT: The steering link rod that connects the steering
cables to the engine must be fastened using special washer head
bolt (P/N 10‑849838) and self‑locking nylon insert locknuts (P/N
11‑826709113). Never replace locknuts with common nuts
(non‑locking) as they will work loose/vibrate off freeing link rod to
disengage.

Mercury 200 Optimax Specifications

General

Gear Ratio	1.75:1
Full Throttle RPM Range	5000-5750 RPM
Horsepower	200 hp
Fuel Induction System	Direct Fuel Injection
Alternator Amp	60 amp
Shaft Length	20 in, 25 in
Starting System	Electric
Steering	Remote