Mercury 50 4-Stroke Manual page 118

Improper fasteners or improper installation procedures can result
in loosening or disengagement of the steering link rod. This can
cause a sudden, unexpected loss of boat control, resulting
serious injury or death due to occupants being thrown within or
out of the boat. Always use required components and follow
instructions and torque procedures.
f
c
a
a - Special washer head bolt (10‑856680)
b - Nylon insert locknut (11‑826709113)
c - Spacer (12‑71970)
d - Flat washer (2)
e - Nylon insert locknut (11‑826709113)
f - Use middle hole ‑ steer outboard to the side to gain hole
access
Description
Special washer head bolt
OUTBOARD INSTALLATION
WARNING
!
b
Nm lb. in.
27
110
d
e
28479
lb. ft.
20