Engine & Controls
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STEERING
Your Regal stern drive uses a rack style steering system. ese
systems transfer helm mechanical motion to the engine. ere is a
hydraulic steering cylinder which with the assistance of a steering
pump sends uid force to the stern drive steering arm, changing the
course of the boat, depending on the direction the steering wheel
is turned. Since the steering system is the primary link for engine
control, it must be periodically inspected and maintained. e
hardware at both the helm and engine must be checked regularly
for tightness and lubrication. Check the steering system for full
steering to port and starboard before disembarking. Refer to the
steering manufacturer’s owner’s manual for more information.
AVOID PERSONAL INJURY AND PROPERTY DAMAGE! LOOSENING
OR LOSS OF ONE OR MORE FASTENERS MAY CAUSE FAILURE OF
THE STEERING SYSTEM, OR DAMAGE TO THE STEERING CABLE,
RESULTING IN LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL. PERIODICALLY
INSPECT THE STEERING SYSTEM.
AVOID PERSONAL INJURY AND PROPERTY DAMAGE! ABRUPT
TURNS ABOVE 30 MPH MAY RESULT IN LOSS OF CONTROL.
STEERING RESPONSE AT HIGH SPEEDS CAN BE VERY SUDDEN.
ABRUPT TURNS MAY CAUSE YOU TO CROSS OVER YOUR OWN
WAKE. JUMPING A WAKE, SUDDEN TURNS, AND INCREASES OR
DECREASES IN SPEED MAY PROVE DANGEROUS. THE OPERATOR
MUST MAKE SURE THAT ALL PASSENGERS ARE SEATED SECURELY
BEFORE MAKING SPEED OR DIRECTIONAL CHANGES.
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