Mercury Racing 500R - Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS)

Rear‑Mounted Steering Tie Bar Requirements for Multiple
Engine Applications Capable of 161 km/h (100 mph) Top Speeds
or Higher
Multiple engine applications capable of 161 km/h (100 mph) top speeds or
higher are required to be equipped with a rear‑mounted steering tie bar (or
tie bars, depending on the number of engines). Rear‑mounted steering tie bars
attach to brackets on the aft end of the outboard. Rear‑mounted steering tie
bars can reduce steering backlash and improve stability while operating at high
speeds.
Multiple engine applications capable of 145 km/h (90 mph) top speeds or
higher are recommended to be equipped with a rear‑mounted steering tie bar
(or tie bars, depending on the number of engines).
IMPORTANT:Failures resulting from not using rear‑mounted steering tie bars
on multiple engine applications capable of 161 km/h (100 mph) top speeds or
higher may result in the denial of engine warranty claims.
Recording the Serial Number
It is important to record this number for future reference. The serial number is
located on the outboard, as shown.
a - Model designation
b - Serial number
c - Certified Europe insignia (as applicable)
a
XXXXXXXXX
XXXXXXXX
XXXX
c
b
74726
GENERAL INFORMATION
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