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Adjustments
Trim Tab
A propeller will generate steering torque when
the propeller shaft is not running parallel to
the water’s surface. The trim tab is adjustable
to compensate for this steering torque.
IMPORTANT: A single trim tab adjustment
will relieve steering effort under only one set
of speed, outboard angle and load conditions.
No single adjustment can relieve steering ef-
fort under all speed, outboard angle and load
conditions. If the boat pulls to the left or right
when its load is evenly distributed, adjust the
trim tab as follows:
With the outboard shut OFF, loosen the trim
tab screw. If the boat pulled to the right, move
the rear of the trim tab slightly to the right. If
the boat pulled to the left, move the rear of the
trim tab slightly to the left.
Tighten the trim tab screw to a torque of 60-84
in. lbs. (7-9 N·m).
Test the boat and, if needed, repeat the pro-
cedure until steering effort is as equal as pos-
sible.
High outboard installations — The trim
tab might be above the water when the out-
board is trimmed out. Steering effort might in-
crease. Steering effort will be reduced if you
trim the outboard in and submerge the trim
tab.
Friction
Throttle Friction — Adjust until a slight
drag is felt when accelerating or decelerating
only. DO NOT overtighten.
Steering Friction — The steering friction
was set on your outboard at the factory. A
slight drag should be felt when turning the out-
board with the steering handle.
If adjustment is necessary, turn the adjust-
ment screw:
• Clockwise to increase friction; or
• Counterclockwise to decrease friction.
WARNING
Improper trim tab adjustment can cause
difficult steering.
1. Trim tab screw
007044
1. Throttle friction screw
007041
WARNING
DO NOT over-tighten for “hands-off”
steering. Reduced steering control could
result.
1. Steering friction lever
007042
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