Mercury HP 500 EFI Bravo XR/XZ/III - Remote Control Operates Hard, Binds, Has Excessive Free; Remote Control Operates Hard, Binds, Has Ex- Cessive Free-Play or Makes Unusual Sounds; Steering Wheel Turns Hard or Jerky

134 500 EFI Bravo
TROUBLESHOOTING
Remote Control Operates Hard, Binds, Has Ex-
cessive Free-Play or Makes Unusual Sounds
Possible Cause Remedy
Insufficient lubrication on shift
and throttle linkage fasteners.
Lubricate.
Loose or missing shift and
throttle linkage fasteners.
Check all linkages. If any are
loose or missing, see
Authorized MerCruiser Dealer
immediately.
Obstruction in shift or throttle
linkages.
Remove obstruction.
Shift or throttle cable kinked.
Straighten cable, or have
dealer replace cable if
damaged beyond repair.
Friction adjustment excessive. Adjust.
Steering Wheel Turns Hard or Jerky
Possible Cause Remedy
Low power steering pump fluid
level.
Check for leaks. Refill to
correct level.
Drive belt loose or damaged. Adjust or replace.
Insufficient lubrication on
steering system components.
Lubricate.
Loose or missing steering
fasteners or parts.
Check all parts and fasteners.
If any are loose or missing, see
Authorized MerCruiser Dealer
immediately.
Contaminated power steering
fluid.
Drain and replace.