Johnson J10RLSUR, Service Manual

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S–6
SAFETY
Outboard Steering Control System and Safety
What is most important?
The steering system:
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Must not come apart;
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Must not jam; and
•
Must not be sloppy or loose.
The outboard steering system starts
here at the steering wheel...
...and ends here at the
trim tab on the outboard.
What could happen?
•
If steering system comes apart, boat might turn suddenly and circle. Persons thrown into the water
could be hit.
•
If steering jams, operator may not be able to
avoid obstacles. Operator could panic.
•
If steering is loose, boat may weave while operator
tries to steer a straight course. With some rigs (at
high speed), loose steering could lead to loss of
boat control.