Steering Link Rod Fasteners - Mercury 40 SeaPro Operation, Maintenance & Installation Manual

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
10‑856680) and self‑locking nylon insert locknuts ("b" & "e" ‑ 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.
Assemble steering link rod to steering cable with two flat washers and nylon
insert locknut. Tighten locknut until it seats, then back nut off 1/4 turn.
Assemble steering link rod to engine with special washer head bolt, locknut and
spacer. First torque bolt to specifications, then torque locknut to specifications.
c
a - Special washer head bolt (10‑856680)
b - Nylon insert locknut (11‑826709113)
c - Spacer
d - Flat washers
e - Nylon insert locknut (11‑826709113)
Description
Special washer head bolt
Nylon insert locknut "b"
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b
a
3086
Nm
27
27
64
d
e
lb‑in.
–
–
lb‑ft
20
20
eng