GASOLINE STERNDRIVE INSTALLATION MANUAL
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4. Install sterndrive unit shift cable.
5. Tighten locknut until it contacts and then loosen 1/2 turn.
6. Insert cotter pin from top and spread ends.
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b
a
a-Washers (2)
b-Locknut
c-Cotter Pin
7. Place adjustment tool over sterndrive unit shift cable, as shown. Hold tool in place, using
a piece of tape over the barrel retainer.
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8. Locate center of remote control and control cable play (backlash).
IMPORTANT: Be sure to keep center mark “c” aligned with control cable end guide
edge when making the following adjustment.
a. Shift remote control to NEUTRAL.
b. Push in on control cable end with enough pressure to remove play and mark position
“a” on tube.
c. Pull out on control cable end with enough pressure to remove play and mark position
“b” on tube.
d. Measure distance between marks “a” and “b” and mark position “c” half-way
between marks “a” and “b.”
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a
b