Mercury BRAVO Service Manual page 545

SERVICE MANUAL NUMBER 28
Removal
Avoid product malfunction and diminished steering control. Dirt and contamination
introduced into the hydraulic system can result in damage to internal parts of steer-
ing system. Do not allow dirt or contamination to enter the helm, lines or cylinder
of this steering system.
Avoid serious bodily injury or death due to loss of steering control. Extreme heat
will lower burst pressure or melt hydraulic hoses. In either case, instant loss of
steering may occur. Do not allow hydraulic hoses to contact hot engine.
1. Loosen hose fittings and remove hoses from steering cylinder T-Fittings.
2. Plug hose ends to prevent fluid loss.
90-863160 MAY 2000
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d
a - Steering Cylinder
b - Hoses
c - T-Fittings
d - Hose Fittings
CAUTION
WARNING
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COMPACT HYDRAULIC STEERING
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