Steering Helm And Cable - Mercury MerCruiser 3.0 MPI Installation Manual

REMOTE CONTROLS
Lubricant, Sealant, Adhesives
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Steering Helm and Cable

Transom assembly is shipped with the steering cable guide tube preset for cables with end
dimensions that comply with ABYC standards as outlined in the NMMA certification handbook.
The steering cable coupler nut must also have a means of locking it to the guide tube, as specified
in ABYC requirements.
Failure to use a steering cable locking device can cause serious injury or death due to loss of
boat control. Use a locking device, such as a self‑locking coupler or external locking device when
installing steering controls.
NOTE: All current production Quicksilver RideGuide steering cables have a self‑locking coupler
nut and do not require an external locking device. (Other cable manufacturers also make cables
with self‑locking coupler nuts.)
IMPORTANT: If using a steering cable that does not have a self‑locking coupler nut, an external
locking device such as a locking sleeve must be used.
Failure to use the correct cables or other steering system components can cause serious injury
or death due to loss of boat control. Use only approved or required components when installing
steering systems.
1. Steering cable must be the correct length, particularly when installed in larger boats.
2. Avoid sharp bends, kinks, or loops in cable.
3. Refer to Steering Cable Specifications for fully extended steering cable and dimensions.
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2-4-C Marine Lubricant with Teflon
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a - Quicksilver RideGuide steering cable self‑locking coupler nut (identified by groove)
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SECTION - 8
Where Used Part No.
Shift cable end 92-802859A 1
7255
90-899883183 DECEMBER 2007