Mercruiser Power Steering Cable Removal

The steering cable from the steering wheel to the control valve runs free no kinks.

Mercruiser power steering cable removal.

By pushing and pulling on the steering cable input you can move the control valve to cause the steering rod to extend and retract. Using suitable wrenches hold the flat surfaces on the cable guide tube in the vertical position then loosen the coupler nut and remove the steering cable. Step 2 unbend the cotter pin in the clevis pin beneath the steering cable on the cable sheath s clevis using needle nose pliers. Unbend and remove the cotter pin in the clevis pin at the top of the power steering unit using needle nose pliers.

How hard is it to separate the cable guide tube from the power steering actuator to clean the power steering cable has been removed. Remove rear clevis pin from steering lever. Remove and plug the power steering hoses. The power steering pump seems ok i don t know if it was the same one on the old engine probably.

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Both available with a no torque option which locks the wheel in position if you happen to remove your hands for added safety and control. Remove forward clevis pin from steering cable. The traditional boating steering system using a cable to connect helm and steering wheel to the engine. Mercruiser engines mercury racing engines k planes accessories transmissions cables remote controls steering cables hoses anodes corrosion mercury quicksilver oils coolants and lubricants fuel system care mercury paints and finish.

Diagnosis and repair of frozen steering cable. Remove the clevis pin. 4 3 out of 5 stars 29. It turns freely no noise and no leaks.

The preferred system for larger boats with larger. This is a very thick cable so i don t see how it could become kinked.