Steering Link Rod Fasteners - Mercury 200 User Manual

The water separating fuel filter removes moisture and also debris
from the fuel. If the filter becomes filled with water, the water can
be removed. If the filter becomes plugged with debris, the filter
must be replaced with a new filter.
1. Remove and replace filter as follows:
a. Turn ignition key switch to "OFF" position.
b. Disconnect wire at bottom of filter.
c. Remove filter by turning the filter clockwise. Tip the filter to
drain fluid in a suitable container.
d. Lubricate the sealing ring on the filter with oil. Thread on
the filter and tighten securely by hand. Reconnect the wire
to the filter.
IMPORTANT: Visually inspect for fuel leakage from the filter by
squeezing the primer bulb until firm, forcing fuel into the filter.

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 10‑849838) and self‑locking nylon insert
locknuts ("c" & "d" ‑ 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.
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