Side Shift Models: Adjusting Tiller Handle - Mercury 15XD Service Manual

TIMING/SYNCHRONIZING/ADJUSTING
6. Turn idle speed screw "In" until the cam follower just makes contact with throttle cam
then turn "In" one additional turn to slightly open throttle plate.
a - Cam Follower
b - Idle Speed Screw
c - Throttle Cam
d - Side Shift Model Shown
NOTE: The throttle return spring on cam follower plate should just contact the fuel pump
housing at wide open throttle position. (Do not allow the throttle spring to act as a
throttle stop).
7. Place throttle twist grip to "Full Throttle" position. Verify that the throttle plate can
achieve wide open throttle. If adjustment is necessary, adjust tiller cables or throttle
link rod as shown.
Side Shift Models: Adjusting Tiller Handle Cables
a - Cam Follower Plate
b - Fuel Pump Housing
c - Throttle Cables
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90-826883R2 JUNE 1998