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EMD04010
TRIM TAB
The trim tab should be adjusted so that
the steering control can be turned to
either the right or left by applying the
same amount of force.
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An improperly adjusted trim tab may
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cause difficult steering. Always test run
after the trim tab has been installed or
replaced to be sure steering is correct. Be
sure you have tightened the bolt after
adjusting the trim tab.
1 Trim tab
2 Bolt
A. When the boat tends to veer to the
left (port side):
Turn the rear end of trim tab to the
left (port side)............."A" in the figure
B. When the boat tends to veer to the
right (starboard side):
Turn the rear end of trim tab to the
right (starboard side) ..........."B" in the
figure
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The trim tab also serves as an anode to
protect the engine from electroche mical
corrosion. Never paint the trim tab as it
will become ineffective as an anode.
EMU01297
TRIM ANGLE ADJUSTING ROD
The position of the trim angle adjusting
rod determines the minimum trim angle
of the outboard motor in relation to the
transom.
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