Remote Control Is Difficult To Move, Has Excessive Play, Or Makes Unusual Sounds; Steering Wheel Jerks Or Is Difficult To Turn; Power Trim Does Not Operate (Motor Does Not Operate); Power Trim Does Not Operate (Motor Operates But Sterndrive Unit Does Not Move) - MerCruiser 350 MAG Owner's Manual

Remote Control Is Difficult to Move, Has Excessive Play, or Makes
Unusual Sounds
Insufficient lubrication on shift and throttle linkage
fasteners.
Obstruction in shift or throttle linkages.
Loose or missing shift and throttle linkages.
Shift or throttle cable kinked.

Steering Wheel Jerks or Is Difficult to Turn

Low power steering pump fluid level.
Drive belt loose or in poor condition.
Insufficient lubrication on steering components. Lubricate.
Loose or missing steering fasteners or parts.
Contaminated power steering fluid.

Power Trim Does Not Operate (Motor Does Not Operate)

Blown fuse.
Loose or dirty electrical connections or damaged
wiring.
Power Trim Does Not Operate (Motor Operates but Sterndrive Unit
Does Not Move)
Trim pump oil level low.
Drive unit binding in gimbal ring.

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Possible Cause
Possible Cause
Possible Cause
Possible Cause
Lubricate.
Remove obstruction.
Check all throttle linkages. If any are loose or missing,
see authorized Mercury MerCruiser dealer
immediately.
Straighten cable or have authorized Mercury
MerCruiser dealer replace cable if damaged beyond
repair.
Remedy
Check for leak. Refill system with fluid.
Replace and/or adjust.
Check all parts and fasteners if any are loose or missing,
see authorized Mercury MerCruiser dealer immediately.
See authorized Mercury MerCruiser dealer.
Replace fuse. Fuses may be located near the dash
trim switch, at the trim pump, in the positive (red)
power trim battery lead near the battery switch, or a
combination of these.
Check all associated electrical connections and wires
(especially battery cables). Clean and tighten faulty
connection. Repair or replace wiring.
Fill pump with oil.
Check for obstruction.
Section 7 - Troubleshooting
Remedy
Remedy
Remedy
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