Steering Friction Adjuster; Power Trim And Tilt Switch On Remote Control Or Tiller Handle; Power Trim And Tilt Switch On Bottom Engine Cowling - Yamaha 40V Owner's Manual

Components
B
A
TIP:
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.
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Steering friction adjuster

A friction device provides adjustable resis-
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.
To increase resistance, turn the adjuster
clockwise.
To decrease resistance, turn the adjuster
counterclockwise.
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WARNING
Do not overtighten the friction adjuster. If
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there is too much resistance, it could be
difficult to steer, which could result in an
accident.
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Power trim and tilt switch on remote
control or tiller handle
The power trim and tilt system adjusts the
outboard motor angle in relation to the tran-
som. Pressing the switch "
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outboard motor up, and then tilts it up. Press-
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 55 and 58.
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Power trim and tilt switch on bottom
engine cowling
The power trim and tilt switch is located on
the side of the bottom engine cowling. Press-
" (up) trims the
" (down) tilts the outboard