b9
connecting steering cable to drive
Either port can be use for the steering cable entry - select the most convenient for
the installation.
i) Remove the lock bolts, nuts and
washers from both ports (Fig B45).
ii) Insert the steering cable into the drive
port. Using moderate force, guide the
inner cable around the driving hub
and out of the opposite port.
iii) Push the steering cable jacket into
the port until the retaining collar butts
against the drive housing (Fig B46).
If required, the cable can be “driven”
into the drive by powering up the
clutch and drive.
iv) Insert the lock bolt to hold the cable in place.
v) If undue force is required to insert the cable, this may be caused by the end
of the inner cable fouling the outer face of the nylon guide. If this is the case,
remove the cable and inspect for sharp edges. If possible, twist the cable so
that the sharp edge is towards the inside of the radius, or use a file or burr
type tool to remove the sharp edges.
vi) Fit the spent cable tube to the opposite port and insert the lock bolt.
vii) Fit washers & nuts to both lock bolts, tighten & torque to 40-45in-lbs (4Nm).
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Fig B45 - Remove cable locking bolts
Steering cable
outer jacket
Retaining
collar
Spent
cable tube
Fig B46 - Fitting steering cable and spent cable tube
