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BF200D • BF225D • BF250D iST
®
4. Verify the following after completing the
steering link arm installation:
• Motor turns the proper direction when the
steering wheel is turned right and left. If the
steering is reversed, correct as necessary.
• Motor steering angle is equal when steering
wheel is turned full right and full left.
If the motor steering angles are not equal:
• Corrections can be made at the steering
box (refer to the steering box or steering
cable manufacturer’s instructions).
• Make the steering angles equal as
necessary.
The steering mechanism must not contact any
part of the boat when the steering wheel is
turned full right and full left and at all tilt
angles. Correct as necessary and check
again.
TIE BAR INSTALLATION (DUAL MOTORS)
Refer to the manufacturer's publications for
information/instructions.
Dual or multi-motor installations must have a
motor center-to-center distance of 711 mm (28 in)
minimum. The right and left motors must be well
balanced.
1. Install the steering system of choice.
2. Install a Honda or a commercially available tie
bar in the steering-arm hole (see page
).
NOTICE
In dual applications, do not tilt one motor up when
the boat is steered full right or full left, or the
engine cover may be damaged.
Toe-in/Toe-out Adjustment
Refer to Dual Motor Adjustment on page
TIE BAR
711 mm (28 in) MINIMUM