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2.7 Control Systems Maintenance
Control Maintenance
Periodic inspection of the control systems and all connections should be made. Signs of rust,
corrosion, wear, or other deterioration should be serviced immediately. Generally, periodic
lubrication of all moving parts and connections with a light waterproof grease is in order.
Lubrication should be performed as often as necessary to keep the system operating smoothly.
Control system adjustments may become necessary. If adjustment becomes necessary, see your
Pursuit dealer.
DO NOT ATTEMPT CONTROL SYSTEM ADJUSTMENTS UNLESS YOU ARE FAMILIAR
WITH CONTROL SYSTEM SERVICING PROCEDURES. MISADJUSTMENT CAN CAUSE
LOSS OF CONTROL AND SEVERE ENGINE OR TRANSMISSION DAMAGE.
Steering System Maintenance
A periodic inspection of all steering hoses, linkage and helm assemblies should be made. Signs of
corrosion, cracking, loosening of fastenings, excessive wear, or deterioration should be corrected
immediately. The fluid level for the hydraulic steering should be checked frequently and
maintained at the proper level. Generally, periodic lubrication of all moving parts and connections
with a light waterproof grease is in order. Failure to do so could lead to steering system failure that
would result in loss of control.
When new, or after repairs, hydraulic steering systems may need to have all air purged from the
system. Review the information provided by the steering manufacturer for proper specifications
and details on system service and maintenance.
The boat also should be inspected periodically for
leakage around the rudder ports. The rudder ports
contain a lip seal that provides 100% water tight
operation. The seals are self-lubricating and re-
quire no maintenance. If a rudder port is found to
be leaking, please contact your Pursuit dealer or
the Pursuit Customer Relations Department.
If the rudders have to be removed for any reason,
the red plastic seal protector must used to prevent
the keyway in the rudder shaft from damaging the
lip seal in the rudder port. The seal protectors are
installed on the rudder shaft above the rudder port.
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Rudder and Rudder Port
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