MerCruiser GM4 Service Manual page 86

e. Return remote control throttle lever to idle po-
sition and check to ensure that throttle lever
contacts idle speed adjustment screw.
b
a - Throttle Lever Tang
b - Carburetor Body
c - Idle RPM Adjustment
Screw
a
a - Throttle Lever
b - Idle Speed Adjustment Screw
IMPORTANT: Do not attach any accessory
ground (–) wires to transom plate ground point.
Accessory ground wires should only be attached
to ground stud on engine.
6. Connect any grounding wires or accessories that
may have been disconnected.
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W.O.T.
IDLE
a
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b
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7. Connect MerCathode wires to MerCathode con-
troller assembly as shown, if so equipped. Apply
a thin coat of Quicksilver Liquid Neoprene to all
connections.
a
b
a - ORANGE Wire - From Electrode on Transom Assembly
b - RED/PURPLE Wire - Connect (Other End) to Positive
(+) Battery Terminal
c - BLACK Wire - From Engine Harness
d - BROWN Wire - From Electrode on Transom Assembly
IMPORTANT: Adjust shift cables as outlined in
appropriate Stern Drive Service Manual.
8. Refer to appropriate Stern Drive Service Manual
and install and adjust drive unit and remote con-
trol shift cables, using hardware retained.
IMPORTANT: After fluid hose installation in the
following, bleed power steering system as out-
lined in SECTION 1B - "Maintenance" or refer to
appropriate Stern Drive Service Manual.
9. Connect power steering fluid hoses to control
valve (large fitting first) as shown.
CAUTION
Route hoses exactly as shown below. This will
help avoid stress on the hose fittings and will
help avoid kinks in the hose.
IMPORTANT: Make hydraulic connections as
quickly as possible to prevent fluid leakage.
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