GASOLINE STERNDRIVE INSTALLATION MANUAL
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MANUAL STEERING
1. Inspect bushings for debris. Lubricate bushings with Special Lubricant 101.
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a
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Manual Steering
a-Bushings
b-Special Lubricant 101
2. Remove shipping hardware.
3. Remove upper and lower pivot bolts and ensure threads are well lubricated with Special
Lubricant 101.
NOTICE to INSTALLER
Refer to “Installation Requirements - Steering Helm and Cable” for steering cable
selection and coupler nut locking requirements.
4. Install steering assembly as follows:
a. Position steering assembly so that pivot bolts will enter bushings in pivot block or
power steering control valve.
b. Install upper and lower pivot bolts along with tab washers. Ensure that tab washer
tangs straddle the ridge on inner transom plate.
c. Turn pivot bolts all the way in by hand to ensure proper alignment.
d. Ensure steering assembly pivots freely.
5. Torque pivot bolts to 25 lb-ft (34 Nm). Bend washer tabs against corresponding flats on
bolt heads.
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Manual Steering
a-Tab Washers
b-Ridge
c-Pivot Bolts
NOTE: It may be necessary to tighten further to align flats on pivot bolt with tabs on tab
washer.
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