75, 90 and 115 (4-STROKE) INSTALLATION MANUAL
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Steering Link Rod
Installation Note
NOTE: For ease of installation of special bolt (a) separate the front end of the bottom cowl.
1. Install steering link rod per illustration.
a
c
d
b
a -
Special Bolt (10-90041) Torque to 20 lb. ft. (27.1 N·m)
b -
Nylon Insert Locknut (11-34863) Torque to 20 lb. ft. (27.1 N·m)
c -
Flat Washer (2)
d -
Nylon Insert Locknut (11-34863) Tighten Locknut Until it Seats, Then Back Nut
Off 1/4 Turn
IMPORTANT: The steering link rod that connects the steering cable to the engine
must be fastened using special bolt (“a” - Part Number 10-90041) and self locking
nuts (“b” & “c” - Part Number 11-34863). These locknuts must never be replaced with
common nuts (non locking) as they will work loose and vibrate off, freeing the link
rod to disengage.
WARNING
Disengagement of a steering link rod can result in the boat taking a full, sudden,
sharp turn. This potentially violent action can cause occupants to be thrown over-
board exposing them to serious injury or death.
