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Mercury 45 Jet 50-55 - Trim Rod Installation

Mercury 45 Jet 50-55
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MID-SECTION - 5C-3590-817643R1 DECEMBER 1996
4. Apply Loctite Grade A (271) to threads of trim rod
and install rod piston. Tighten piston securely us-
ing trim cylinder spanner wrench (1/4 in. x 5/16 in.
long peg).
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b
a
a - Trim Rod Piston
b - Spanner Wrench
5. Install lubricated O-ring to trim rod piston.
6. Install check valve components into their respec-
tive seats.
7. Secure components in place using plate and
screws. Torque screws to 35 lb. in. (4.0 N·m).
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b
c
d
e
f
a
a - Screw (3)
b - Plate
c - O-ring
d - Ball (5)
e - Seat, Spring (5)
f - Spring (5)
Trim Rod Installation
1. Place trim cylinder in soft jawed vise.
2. Fill trim cylinder three inches (76.2mm) from top
of cylinder using Quicksilver Power Trim and
Steering Fluid or; (ATF) Type F, FA or Dexron II.
3. Install lubricated O-ring to memory piston and
place into cylinder. Push piston down to level of
oil.
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b
a
a - O-ring
b - Memory Piston
IMPORTANT: Memory piston must not come in
contact with trim rod end cap during end cap/trim
rod installation.

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