Steering Link Rod Fasteners - Mercury Jet OptiMax 80 Manual

OUTBOARD INSTALLATION
Description
Nut

Steering Link Rod Fasteners

IMPORTANT: The steering link rod that connects the steering
cable to the engine must be fastened using special washer head
bolt ("a" ‑ Part Number 10‑849838) and self‑locking nylon insert
locknuts ("c" & "d" ‑ Part Number 11‑826709113). These locknuts
must never be replaced with common nuts (non‑locking) as they
will work loose and vibrate off freeing the link rod to disengage.
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 in
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.
d
a - Special washer head bolt (10‑849838)
b - Flat washer (2)
c - Nylon insert locknut (11‑826709113)
d - Nylon insert locknut (11‑826709113)
Description
Special washer head bolt
Nylon insert locknut "d"
Nm
47.5
WARNING
!
a
Nm
27
27
95
lb. in. lb. ft.
35
b
c
27843
lb. in. lb. ft.
20
20