Sea Ray 225 Weekender, Owner'S Manual

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225 Weekender
® 8.7
S
ECTION
8 • R
EQUIRED
I
NSPECTION
, S
ERVICE AND
M
AINTENANCE
7. P
OWER
S
TEERING
S
YSTEM
M
AINTENANCE
• Lubricate the control valve on the power
steering cylinder through the grease fitting with
multipurpose lubricant until grease appears
around the rubber boot.
• Coat power assist steering output shaft and
exposed steering cable end with appropriate
lubricant.
• Lubricate cable end guide pivot point with SAE
30W engine oil.
• Check power steering fluid level in the power
steering pump reservoir.
• Inspect all hydraulic hoses for leaks. Keep hoses
from rubbing on moving parts and from contact
with hot engine parts.
• Check all fittings, clamps and bolts for tightness
every month.
• Check power steering pump drive belt for wear
and proper tension every month. Do not
overtighten belt. This can cause bearing failure.
REFER TO THE ENGINE OPERATOR’S MANUAL FOR
PROPER FLUID LEVELS AND LUBRICANTS.
Sea Ray
®
recommends that all repairs and/or
replacements to steering systems be made by
qualified dealers authorized by manufacturer of the
steering system of your boat.
DETAILED OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS AND
WARRANTY INFORMATION ARE PROVIDED BY THE
EQUIPMENT MANUFACTURER AND CAN BE FOUND
IN THE OWNER’S PACKET.
P
OWER
S
TEERING
S
YSTEM
(F
IG
. 8.7.1)
POWER STEERING
CYLINDER
STEERING
WHEEL
CHECK & ADD
FLUID HERE
FLUID
RETURN LINE
STEERING
CABLE
FLUID
PRESSURE
LINE
FLUID
RETURN
LINE
HELM
STEERING RACK