Tiller Handle Operation; Trim Tab With Anode - Yamaha VF115 Owner's Manual

Components
falling overboard and could distract the
operator, increasing the risk of collision
with another boat or an obstacle.
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DN
1. Power trim and tilt switch
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Tiller handle operation

This outboard motor can also be operated
using a tiller handle. For details about the tiller
handle, consult your Yamaha dealer.
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Trim tab with anode

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WARNING
An improperly adjusted trim tab could
cause difficult steering. Always test run af-
ter the trim tab has been installed or re-
placed to be sure steering is correct. Be
sure you have tightened the bolt after ad-
justing the trim tab.
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The trim tab should be adjusted so that the
steering control can be turned to either the
right or left by applying the same amount of
force.
If the boat tends to veer to the left (port side),
turn the trim tab rear end to the port side "A"
in the figure. If the boat tends to veer to the
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right (starboard side), turn the trim tab end to
the starboard side "B" in the figure.
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NOTICE
The trim tab also serves as an anode to
protect the engine from electrochemical
corrosion. Never paint the trim tab as it will
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become ineffective as an anode.
1. Cap
2. Bolt
3. Trim tab
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Bolt tightening torque:
A
42 Nm (4.28 kgf-m, 31.0 ft-lb)
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2
3
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B
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