Mercury 100 FourStroke, Service Manual

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90-830234R3 DECEMBER 1997 MID-SECTION - 5E-33
Bleeding Manual Tilt System
IMPORTANT: While bleeding tilt system, time
must be allowed between each stroke to allow air
bubbles to dissipate.
1. With shock rod in the full up position and manifold
cam lever open (facing down), secure tilt system
to retaining tool and container. (A No. 10 can or
3 lb. coffee can could be used).
2. Fill container to near full level using Quicksilver
Power Trim and Steering Fluid. If not available,
use automotive (ATF) automatic transmission
fluid.
IMPORTANT: Fluid level must remain above ac-
cumulator opening during bleeding process.
c
a
a
b
e
d
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a - Retaining Tool
b - Tilt System
c - Container
d - Cam Lever
e - Accumulator Opening
3. Bleed unit by pushing rod down slowly (18-20 se-
conds per stroke) until stopped at base. Wait until
all air bubbles exit accumulator base.
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4. During up stroke, pull up on rod slowly 3 in.
(76mm) from base.
5. Wait until all air bubbles to exit accumulator base.
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6. Slowly cycle unit 5-8 times (round trip per cycle)
using short strokes 3 in. (76mm) from base allow-
ing bubbles to disappear during each stroke.