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AUTO TRIM II SERVICE MANUAL NUMBER 28
Page 5D-8 90-863160 MAY 2000
6. With the assistance of another person actuate manual trim control switch used to trim
sterndrive unit OUT (DO NOT use “Trailer” switch) and turn trim limit switch SLOWLY
counterclockwise until trim cylinders extend to dimension shown. Retighten trim limit
switch retaining screws.
50464
a
a-Trim Limit Dimension 21-3/4 in. (552 mm)
7. Turn ignition key OFF.
ON-WATER PROCEDURE
1. Run boat along a relatively smooth stretch of water and trim boat with manual trim
control until optimum boat performance is achieved.
2. After finding trim angle that provides best performance, stop engine (without changing
sterndrive unit trim angle). Accurately measure distance between trim cylinder end cap
and pivot end.
3. Place sterndrive unit in the full IN position.
4. Loosen trim limit switch retaining screws.
5. Turn trim limit switch clockwise to end of adjusting slots.
71221
b
a
b
Trim Limit Switch
a-Retaining Screws
b- Adjusting Slots
6. Leaving auto trim mode switch in the MANUAL mode, turn ignition key to RUN position.
7. With the assistance of another person, actuate manual trim control switch used to trim
sterndrive unit OUT and turn trim limit switch SLOWLY counterclockwise until trim cylin-
ders extend to dimension recorded in STEP 2. Tighten switch retaining screws securely.
8. Run boat with auto trim mode switch in AUTO position at several speeds, through turns
under various water and load conditions, if boat does not perform to satisfaction, repeat
adjusting procedure.
WARNING
Difficulties in handling and operational control may result if sterndrive unit is
adjusted OUT too far. If difficulties are encountered, sterndrive unit trim angle
MUST BE moved IN the amount necessary to eliminate the problem and avoid a
possible safety hazard.

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Mercury BRAVO Specifications

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BrandMercury
ModelBRAVO
CategoryEngine
LanguageEnglish

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