Maintenance
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Swivel bracket ‑ Lubricate through fitting.
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Tilt tube ‑ Lubricate through fittings.
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Lubricate the threads on the transom clamp screws (if equipped).
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Steering cable grease fitting (if equipped) ‑ Rotate the steering wheel to fully retract the steering cable end into the
outboard tilt tube. Lubricate through fitting.
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Incorrect cable lubrication can cause hydraulic lock, leading to serious injury or death from loss of boat control. Completely
retract the end of the steering cable before applying lubricant.
3.
Lubricate the following with lightweight oil.
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