Manual Hydraulic Steering; Drag Links - Evinrude E-TEC E40DRLSCB Service Manual

Manual Hydraulic Steering

Manual hydraulic steering systems use hydraulic
fluid to transfer motion and load from the helm to
the outboard.
Use only a hydraulic steering system designed for
the specific application. Refer to the steering sys-
tem manufacturer's specifications for recom-
mended applications.
TYPICAL Manual Hydraulic Steering
IMPORTANT:
Some hydraulic steering systems
require additional centerline spacing in dual-out-
board installations. Refer to steering system man-
ufacturer's recommendations
Outboard Centerlines on p. 40.

Drag Links

Use the correct drag link to allow full steering
travel:
Model
40–60 HP
Install cable wiper nut on tilt tube and connect
drag link to the correct location on the steering
arm. For single motor, single cable applications,
the drag link should be installed in the rear hole.
1. Drag link connection
2. Wiper nut
1
2
004948
3
and to Dual-
1. Rear Location (D)–Steering drag link connection
2. Middle Location (P)–Power steering connection
3. Front Location (T)–Bar connection (multiple out-
Drag Link
P/N 173699
INSTALLATION AND PREDELIVERY
OUTBOARD INSTALLATION
(Refer to manufacturer's instructions for hydraulic
steering systems.)
board installations)
1 2
2
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