Steering Wheel Turns Hard Or Jerky - Mercury V-6 series User Manual

CA451
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 linkages.
Obstruction in shift or throttle
linkages.
Shift or throttle cable kinked.
CA452

Steering Wheel Turns Hard Or Jerky

Possible Cause
Low power steering pump fluid
level.
Drive belt loose or in poor
condition.
Insufficient lubrication on
steering components.
Loose or missing steering
fasteners or parts.
Contaminated power steering
fluid.
Remedy
Lubricate.
Check all throttle linkages. If
any are loose or missing, see
Authorized MerCruiser Dealer
immediately.
Remove obstruction.
Straighten cable or have dealer
replace cable if damaged
beyond repair.
Remedy
Refill system with fluid.
Replace and/or adjust.
Lubricate.
Check all parts and fasteners if
any are loose or missing, see
Authorized MerCruiser Dealer
immediately.
Drain and replace.
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