Bleeding Manual Tilt System - Mercury 40 Service Manual

MANUAL TILT ASSIST

Bleeding Manual Tilt System

IMPORTANT: While bleeding tilt system, time must be allowed between each stroke
to allow air bubbles to dissipate.
1. With shock rod in the full up position and manifold cam lever open (facing down), secure
tilt system to retaining tool and container. (A No. 10 can or 3 lb coffee can could be used.)
2. Fill container to near full level using Quicksilver Power Trim and Steering Fluid. If not
available, use automotive (ATF) automatic transmission fluid.
IMPORTANT: Fluid level must remain above accumulator opening during bleeding
process.
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3. Bleed unit by pushing rod down slowly (18-20 seconds per stroke) until stopped at base.
Wait until all air bubbles exit accumulator base.
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Retaining Tool
Tilt System
Container
Cam Lever
Accumulator Opening
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90-828631R3 MARCH 1999