Remote Control Operates Hard, Binds, Has Excessive Free-Play Or Makes Unusual Sounds; Steering Wheel Turns Hard Or Jerky; Seawater Pressure Is Below Specification - Mercury HP700 SCi Manual

Remote Control Operates Hard, Binds, Has
Excessive Free‑Play or Makes Unusual Sounds
Possible Cause
Insufficient lubrication on shift and throttle
linkage fasteners.
Loose or missing shift and throttle linkage
fasteners.
Shift or throttle cable kinked.
Friction adjustment excessive.

Steering Wheel Turns Hard or Jerky

Possible Cause
Low power steering pump fluid level.
Sepentine belt loose or damaged.
Insufficient lubrication on steering
system components.
Loose or missing steering fasteners or
parts.
Contaminated power steering fluid.
Air in system

Seawater Pressure Is Below Specification

Possible Cause
Insufficient water supply.
TROUBLESHOOTING
Check if seacock is completely open.
Check supply hoses for obstruction.
Check for external water pick‑up obstruction.
Check for sea strainer obstruction.
Check condition of sea pump.
Lubricate.
Check all linkages. If any are loose
or missing, see authorized Mercury
Marine dealer immediately.
Replace cable.
Adjust friction.
Refill system with fluid and check for
leaks.
Replace and/or adjust.
Lubricate.
Check all parts and fasteners. If any are
loose or missing, see authorized
Mercury Marine dealer immediately.
Drain and replace.
Purge air from system
Remedy
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