Mercury 45 Jet 50-55 Service Manual page 417

7. Allow unit to stand five minutes then proceed to
cycle unit 2-3 more times using short strokes. No
air bubbles should appear from accumulator port
at this time.
8. With oil level well above accumulator port, slowly
pull rod to full up position.
9. Install accumulator making sure air bubbles do
not enter system.
10. Tighten accumulator snugly at this time.
5G-34 - MID-SECTION
11. With cam lever remaining open (facing down), re-
move tilt assembly from oil and secure in soft
jawed vise. Torque accumulator to 35 lb. ft. (47
N·m).
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