Mercury 40 Service Manual page 598

TILLER HANDLE
21. Attach swivel linkage to shift rod. Attach swivel/rod assembly to shift link. Make sure
threads are fully engaged but do not tighten completely.
22. Secure bracket and shift rod assembly to side of powerhead with bolts. Torque bolts to
specified torque.
a -
b -
c -
d -
e -
23. Install lower cowl.
a
a -
b -
c -
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c
b
a
Bolts, M6x16-(2)
Bracket Assembly
Shift Rod Assembly
Swivel Linkage
Shift Link
f - Shift Rod
Shift Rod Assembly Bolt Torque
75 lb-in. (8.5 Nm)
c
b
Screws (6)-M6x30
Lower Cowl
Screw-M6x20
Bottom Cowl Bolt Torque
60 lb-in. (7 Nm)
f
e
d
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56251
90-828631R3 MARCH 1999