Page 330 - REPOWER REFERENCE GUIDE (2020)

Steering Systems

• Be sure the cable does not get kinked or pinched.
• Cable must not be fastened to the boat or any other objects within 920 mm (3 ft) of the engine (to allow for proper steering
system movement).
• Fasten other portions of the cable every 460 mm (18 in.) using appropriate fasteners.
Manual Steering

Complete installation procedure is included in the installation manual. The following items are of particular importance:
• For dual installations: Steering assembly can be mounted on port or starboard transom assembly. Refer to Dual
Installation Tie Bars, following.
• Steering assembly bushings and pivot bolts must be lubricated before installation with Special Lubricant 101.

Tube Ref No. Description Where Used Part No.
34 Special Lubricant 101 Steering assembly bushings and pivot bolts 802859Q1

a a - Bushings
b - Steering assembly
b

68500
• Make sure that there is no debris in swivel assembly bushings.
• When installing the steering assembly, pivot bolts should be hand‑threaded into the inner transom plate mounting supports
to ensure proper alignment. Only after pivot bolts have contacted the transom plate should a wrench be used.
• Tighten the pivot bolts to the specified torque. Do not use an air wrench.
Description Nm lb‑in. lb‑ft
Pivot bolts 34 – 25.1
• Steering assembly must pivot freely.
• Tab washer tangs must straddle ridges on the inner transom plate. Tabs must be bent against corresponding flats on bolt
heads.

a e c d
b

e c
a
b
d 12740

a - Pivot bolts
b - Tab washer
c - Tangs must straddle ridge
d - Ridge
e - Tab must be bent against flat on bolt

IMPORTANT: Steering cable must have end dimensions and a locking device that comply with the ABYC standards. Refer
to Steering Helm and Related Hardware preceding.
NOTICE

Adjusting the cable guide tube on the steering assembly can damage components. The guide tube and locknut are tightened
at the factory with adhesive. Any attempt to loosen the nut or tube can damage to the tube.

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