Mercury MERCRUISER - Steering Systems

Steering Systems
Section 8B - Compact Hydraulic Steering
Table of Contents
Approved Hydraulic Steering Fluids...................................8B-2
Important Information About Through‑the‑Transom
Exhaust.......................................................................... 8B-2
Introduction........................................................................ 8B-2
Installing the Steering Cylinder.......................................... 8B-2
Initial Filling........................................................................ 8B-4
Purging the Hydraulic Steering System............................. 8B-4
Checking Fluid Level After the Initial Fill............................ 8B-5
Checking Fluid Level..........................................................8B-5
Engine Warm.............................................................. 8B-5
Engine Cold................................................................ 8B-6
Steering Circuit Component Diagram................................ 8B-7
Connecting the Clevis........................................................ 8B-7
Connecting the Hydraulic Hoses to the Tilt Steering Helm
....................................................................................... 8B-8
Hydraulic Fluid Level..........................................................8B-9
Setting Fluid Level...................................................... 8B-9
Maintaining Fluid Level............................................... 8B-9
System Check.............................................................8B-9
Maintenance.................................................................... 8B-10
Troubleshooting Guide.....................................................8B-10
Important Information................................................8B-10
Troubleshooting Chart.............................................. 8B-10
Compact Hydraulic Steering
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