Yamaha 30A - Trim Tab; Trim Angle Adjusting Rod

EMU00113
TRIM TAB
The trim tab should be adjusted so that
the steering control can be turned to
either the right or left by applying the
same amount of force.
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An improperly adjusted trim tab may
cause difficult steering. Always test run
after the trim tab has been installed or
replaced to be sure steering is correct. Be
sure you have tightened the bolt after
adjusting the trim tab.
1 Trim tab
2 Bolt
3 Cap (If equipped)
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The trim tab also serves as an anode to
protect the engine from electrochemical
corrosion. Never paint the trim tab as it
will become ineffective as an anode.
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A B
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25
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25-3/30
Boat tends
The fin of trim tab
to veer
To the left Turn to the left
(port side) (A in the figure)
To the right
Turn to the right
(starboard
(B in the figure)
side)
EMU01297
TRIM ANGLE ADJUSTING ROD
The position of the trim angle adjusting
rod determines the minimum trim angle
of the outboard motor in relation to the
transom.
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