Power Trim System Disassembly; Trim Rod Removal - Mercury 45 Jet 50-55 Service Manual

8. Tilt power trim assembly (top first) out from clamp
bracket and remove assembly.
9. Remove fill screw and drain unit.
a - Fill Screw
10. Remove O-ring from fill cap.
90-817643R1 DECEMBER 1996
Power Trim System
Disassembly

Trim Rod Removal

1. Secure power trim assembly in soft jawed vise.
2. Open manual release valve three turns maxi-
mum (counterclockwise) and position trim rod to
full up position.
3. Remove cylinder end cap assembly from cylinder
using spanner wrench (1/4 in. x 5/16 in. long
pegs).
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a
a - Manual Release Valve
b - Manifold
c - Spanner Wrench (P/N 91-74951)
4. Remove trim rod assembly from cylinder.
51505
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c
b
MID-SECTION - 5D-15
a
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