Throttle Cable Installation - Mercury 135 OptiMax Manual

b. Shift the remote control into neutral. If the propeller shaft does not turn freely without drag,
adjust the barrel away from the cable end guide. Repeat steps a and b.
c. Shift the remote control into reverse while turning the propeller shaft. If the propeller shaft
does not lock solidly in gear, adjust the barrel away from the cable end guide. Repeat steps
a through c.
d. Return the remote control handle to neutral. If the propeller shaft does not turn freely without
drag, adjust the barrel closer to the cable end guide. Repeat steps a through d.
5. Return the safety stop switch to the "RUN" position.

THROTTLE CABLE INSTALLATION

1. Position remote control into neutral.
2. Attach throttle cable to the throttle lever. Secure with washer and locknut.
a - Washer and locknut
b - Throttle cable
OUTBOARD INSTALLATION
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c - Throttle lever
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