Yamaha VX200A, Owner'S Manual

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TRIM TAB
The trim tab should be adjusted so that
the steering control can be turned to
either the right or left by applying the
same amount of force.
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An improperly adjusted trim tab may
cause difficult steering. Always test run
after the trim tab has been installed or
replaced to be sure steering is correct. Be
sure you have tightened the bolt after
adjusting the trim tab.
1
Trim tab
2
Bolt
3
Cap
c C
The trim tab also serves as an anode to
protect the engine from electroche mical
corrosion.
Never paint the trim tab as it will become
ineffective as an anode.
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2-6
A
B
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Boat tends to veer
To the left
(port side)
To the right
(starboard side)
The fin of trim tab
Turn the left(port side),
“A” in the figure
Turn the right
(starboard side),
“B” in the figure