Do not overtighten the steering friction adjust.If there is too much resistance,it could
be difficult to steer,which could result in an accident.
The steering friction adjuster provides adjustable resistance to the steering mechanism,and
can be set according to operator preference.The steering fiction adjuster is located on the
port side of the outboard motor.
1.Steering friction adjuster
To increase resistance,turn the steering friction adjuster clockwise.
To decrease resistance,turn the steering friction adjust counterclockwise.
Trim rod(tilt pin)
The trim rod(tilt pin) is used to adjust the trim angle of the outboard motor in relation to the
angle of the boat transom.
1. Trim rod
Tilt lock mechanism
The tilt lock mechanism is used to prevent the outboard motor from lifting out of the water
when the gear shift lever is in the reverse position.
When the gear shift lever is moved to the reverse position,the tilt lock mechanism operates
to prevent the outboard motor from being tilted up.
1.Gear shift lever