Mercury MerCruiser 6.2 Inboard MPI DTS User Manual

Section 2 - Getting to Know Your Power Package
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NOTE: In certain modes, the gear position is determined by the electronic shift control (ESC), not the position of the ERC
levers. When using the joystick or while in Skyhook, the computer controls the shifting in and out of gears even though the
handles are in neutral.
a - Forward
b - Neutral
c - Reverse
The amount of force needed to move the handles and to move the handles through the detents is adjustable to help prevent
unwanted motion.
Adjustment
NOTE: The control handle tension and detent tension may require periodic maintenance using the adjustment screws.
To adjust the handle detent tension:
1. Remove the side cover plugs of the handle that needs adjustment.
2. Turn the adjustment screw clockwise to increase tension on the control handle and counterclockwise to decrease tension.
3. Adjust to the tension desired.
To adjust handle tension:
1. Remove the side cover plugs of the handle that needs adjustment.
2. Turn the adjustment screw clockwise to increase tension on the control handle and counterclockwise to decrease tension.
3. Adjust to the tension desired.
a - Detent tension adjustment screw
b - Handle tension adjustment screw
a
b
c
51902
a
b
51901

Mercury MerCruiser 6.2 Inboard MPI DTS Specifications

General

Brand	Mercury
Model	MerCruiser 6.2 Inboard MPI DTS
Category	Engine
Language	English