LOWER UNIT 9-23
TRIM TAB
Trim tab counteracts or minimizes propeller torque “pull” felt
through steering system.
If steering is pulled to starboard or port side, adjust trim tab
with following procedure :
Adjusting
1. Loosen bolt of trim tab.
2. Change direction of trim tab.
1. Trim tab
2. Bolt
Trim tab
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2
• To compensate for a veer to starboard, set trailing edge
of tab to the right (as viewed from behind).
• To compensate for a veer to port, set trailing edge of tab
to the left.
3. Tighten bolt of trim tab.
4. Test ride boat and repeat procedure 1– 3 to set trim tab in
the best position.
With a properly adjusted trim tab, steering should be neutral
and there should be no tendency for steering to be pulled to
either port or starboard.
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