a - Flat washer
b - Nylon insert locknut (11-826710-13)
c - Rear threaded hole
d - Nylon insert locknut (11-826709113)
e - Special washer head bolt (10-856680)
Assemble steering link rod to steering cable with two flat washers and self-locking nylon insert locknut. Tighten
locknut until it seats, then back nut off 1/4 turn.
Assemble steering link rod to rear hole on steering arm with special washer head bolt, flat washer and nylon insert
locknut. First torque the special washer head bolt, then torque the nylon insert locknut to specifications.
Description Nm lb. in. lb. ft.
Special washer head bolt 27 20
Nylon insert locknut "b" 27 20
Nylon insert locknut "d' Tighten until seats, then back off 1/4 turn
Corrosion Control Anode
Your outboard has corrosion control anodes at different locations. An anode helps protect the outboard against
galvanic corrosion by sacrificing its metal to be slowly corroded instead of the outboard metals.
Each anode requires periodic inspection, especially in salt water which will accelerate the erosion. To maintain
this corrosion protection, always replace the anode before it is completely eroded. Never paint or apply a protective
coating on the anode as this will reduce effectiveness of the anode.
One of the anodes is the trim tab installed on the gearcase. Another anode is installed on the bottom of the transom
bracket assembly.