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General Information
XPA Xtreme Electronic Power Assist
3 General Information
NOTICE:
To avoid excessive steering loads, and to get
the best steering performance, the outboard motor, tilt
position, or trim tabs
must
be adjusted as instructed in
the motor manufacturer’s operation manual.
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Where BRP is noted in this manual, it includes BRP,
Evinrude, and Johnson outboard engines.
A four-bolt hole mounting pattern is required on the
outboard engine.
The XPA is designed to accept all single cable Dometic
rotary or rack and pinion steering cables.
This section provides general information,
recommended tools, and the XPA dimensions and
clearances required for installation.
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The images used in this document are for reference
purposes only. Components and component
locations may vary according to specific product
models. Measurements may vary ±0.38 in. (10 mm).
3.1 Tools and Materials
Dometic recommends that the following tools be used
while installing the XPA.
Recommended Tools
1-1/4” in. Open or
Adjustable Wrench
1-1/8 in. Open or Adjustable
Wrench
Drill
11/16 in. drill bit
Heat Gun
Torque Wrench
7/16 in. Socket
Wire Stripper
1/2 in. Socket
Wire Crimping Tool
9/16 in. Socket
Optional Parts
Part Number
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Body Spacer Plate Kit for BRP Engines
SA27715P
XPA Fuse Holder Kit
SA7698144P
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These parts are not included.
3.2 XPA Dimensions and Clearances
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XPA Length at Full Extension
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12.0 in. (30 cm)
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Shown with a 33.0 in. (84 cm) Width Transom
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16.5 in. (42 cm) at Full Extension
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XPA Clearances
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3.3 in. (8 cm) from the Engine Mounting Point to
the Front of the Actuator
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Dimension X
Dimension X is the distance from the tilt tube to the end
of the XPA and varies depending on the engine model.
See “Installation Requirements” on page 5.
