Steering Friction Adjuster; Power Trim And Tilt Switch On Remote Control - Yamaha 40X Owner's Manual

Components
B
A
If the resistance does not increase even
when the lever is turned to the port side "A",
make sure that the nut is tightened to the
specified torque.
1. Nut
Nut tightening torque:
4.0 Nm (0.4 kgf-m, 3.0 ft-lb)
TIP:
Steering movement is blocked when the
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adjuster lever is set to the "A" position.
Check the tiller handle for smooth move-
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ment when the lever is turned to the star-
board side "B".
Do not apply lubricants such as grease to
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the friction areas of the steering friction ad-
juster.
EMU26122

Steering friction adjuster

A friction device provides adjustable resis-
20
tance to the steering mechanism, and can be
set according to operator preference. An ad-
justing screw or bolt is located on the swivel
bracket.
ZMU02810
To increase resistance, turn the adjuster
clockwise.
To decrease resistance, turn the adjuster
counterclockwise.
EWM00040
WARNING
Do not overtighten the friction adjuster. If
there is too much resistance, it could be
difficult to steer, which could result in an
accident.
EMU32053
Power trim and tilt switch on remote
control
The power trim and tilt system adjusts the
outboard motor angle in relation to the tran-
som. Pushing the switch "
outboard motor up, and then tilts it up. Push-
ing the switch "
motor down and trims it down. When the
switch is released, the outboard motor will
stop in its current position. For instructions
on using the power trim and tilt switch, see
pages 44 and 47.
ZMU03039
" (up) trims the
" (down) tilts the outboard