Battery Will Not Recharge; Remote Control Is Difficult To Move Or Makes Unusual Sounds; Steering Wheel Jerks Or Is Difficult To Turn - Mercury 6.2 Inboard MPI DTS Operation & Maintenance Manual

Section 6 - Troubleshooting

Battery Will Not Recharge

Possible Cause
Excessive current draw from battery.
Alternator drive belt loose or in poor condition.
Unacceptable battery condition.
Loose or dirty electrical connections or damaged
wiring.
Faulty alternator.

Remote Control Is Difficult to Move or Makes Unusual Sounds

Incorrect friction adjustment.
Incorrect detent adjustment.
Friction pad in the remote control worn.

Steering Wheel Jerks or Is Difficult to Turn

Possible Cause
Insufficient lubrication on steering components. Lubricate.
Loose or missing steering fasteners or parts.
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Possible Cause
Check all parts and fasteners if any are loose or missing, see authorized
Mercury MerCruiser dealer immediately.
Turn off nonessential accessories.
Replace and/or adjust.
Test battery, replace if necessary.
Check all associated electrical connections and wires (especially
battery cables). Clean and tighten faulty connections. Repair or
replace damaged wiring.
Test alternator output, replace if necessary.
Change friction adjustment.
Change detent adjustment.
Replace the remote control.
Remedy
Remedy
Remedy
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