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Mercury MerCruiser 8.1S User Manual

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GASOLINE ENGINE 8.1 S INBOARD MODELS
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Shift Cable Installation And Adjustment
IMPORTANT: When installing shift cables, be sure that cables are routed in such a
way as to avoid contact with moving parts and/or sharp bends. All bends must make
greater than an 8 inch (203 mm) radius. DO NOT fasten any items to shift cables.
Shift cable must be hooked up to remote control before starting installation and adjustment
procedures. Refer to Transmission - Propeller Rotation, for transmission shift lever direction
of movement versus propeller shaft output direction of rotation.
Velvet Drive Transmissions - 5000 Series (8° Down Angle and V-Drive)
For Left-Hand Propeller Shaft Rotation: Shift cable hookup at remote control must result
in shift cable end guide moving in direction A when remote control handle is placed in
forward position.
For Right-Hand Propeller Shaft Rotation: Shift cable hookup at remote control must
result in shift cable end guide moving in direction B when remote control handle is placed
in forward position.
23242
A
B
Remote control must provide a total shift cable travel (at transmission end) of at least
2-3/4 in. (70 mm). This is necessary to position transmission shift lever fully in the forward
and reverse gear positions. Insufficient shift cable travel can result in transmission failure.
72602
a
a-2-3/4 In. (70 mm) Minimum
WARNING
Avoid serious injury or property damage caused by improper shifting. Anchor stud
for shift cable must be installed in the correct hole.

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Mercury MerCruiser 8.1S Specifications

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