NOTE:Allow harnesses to be loose near the boat transom assembly to
prevent tension, binding, and chaffing in all steering ranges.
Verify that all ranges of steering are attainable without stressing, pinching, or
allowing portions of the harness to gather outside of the boats transom.
11. Secure the 14‑pin data harness to the boat with a cable tie.
12. Route the 14‑pin data harness through the boat to the helm.
13. Secure the data harness to the boat structure anchor points using cable
ties every 45.72 cm (18 in.) for proper strain relief.
14. Install the remote control in the helm or side panel. Refer to the
instructions provided in the package.
15. Install the remote display either in the helm or on a pedestal mount
device. Refer to the instructions provided in the package.
16. Install and connect the helm harness to the outboard, remote control,
lanyard, remote display and key switch connectors. Verify the connectors
are connected by pulling on the connections. Refer to the Remote
Control Architectural Diagram.
17. Secure the harness with cable ties to the boat structure and leave at least
7.62 cm (3 in.) of loose harness to provide strain relief to the component
connection points.
IMPORTANT: Failure to provide proper strain relief will eventually result in
harness damage that will not be covered by the Mercury Limited Warranty
provision.
18. Connect the 14‑pin data harness to the helm harness.
NOTE:The connectors should be aligned and seated flush for a proper
connection.
19. Verify the connectors are connected by pulling on the connections.
20. Secure the 14‑pin helm harness to data harness connection to the
boat structure with cable ties. Provide at least 7.62 cm (3 in.) of loose
harnessing for strain relief between the two secure points.
21.
Install the starboard cowl panel on the outboard. Refer to Starboard
Cowl Panel Installation.
22.
Install the front lower cowl panel on the outboard. Refer to Front Lower
Cowl Panel Installation.
23.
Install the front upper cowl panel on the outboard. Refer to Front Upper
Cowl Panel Installation.
24.
Install the battery in the outboard. Refer to Battery Installation.
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