BRP Evinrude E-TEC, Manual

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Midsection
Stern Bracket, 2-Cylinder Models with Power Tilt
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Check the condition of the anode. Replace the
anode if it has been reduced to two-thirds its origi-
nal size.
Stern Bracket Assembly
Assemble the tie bar to the stern brackets. Place
the ground lead and starwasher between the port
stern bracket and tie bar.
Lubricate the swivel bracket bushings with Triple-
Guard grease. Place the bushings in the swivel
bracket.
Position the swivel bracket between the stern
brackets. Place a thrust washer between each of
the stern brackets and the swivel bracket.
Install the tilt tube. Tighten the tilt tube nuts 40 to
45 ft. lbs. (54 to 61 N·m), then back off 1/8 to 1/4
turn.
Apply Nut Lock to threads of the upper mount to
steering arm screws. Install the mount and tighten
the screws 24 to 26 ft. lbs. (32.5 to 35 N·m). Make
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