Steering System
Cable Installation Problems The hydraulic valve reacts to steering cable casing movement. Total valve movement is about 1/4 inch. This small motion is sufficient to operate the valve and direct hydraulic pressure to the appropriate side of the steering cylinder. Any restriction of movement of the steering cable casing at the stern of the boat will limit or restrict the movement of the valve and will result in hard steering in one or both directions. When replacing the steering cable, the following points must be followed for proper power steering system operation: 1.
Do not install a cable that is too short. Inadequate length will put tension on the cable casing, and cause binding of the steering cable. This will restrict valve movement, cause hard steering to port and a tendency to self steer to starboard.
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Do not install a cable that is too long. Excessive length will push on the cable casing, and cause binding of the steering cable. This will restrict valve movement, cause hard steering to starboard and a tendency to self steer to port.
3.
Do not position steering cable in a sharp bend of less than 6 in. radius. Tight bends will cause binding and limit control valve movement. This will contribute to hard or uneven steering, or rough steering wheel movement.
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Do not jam anything against cable at the engine end. Do not bind cable against inside of boat or against fuel tanks, battery boxes or flotation blocks. Jamming the steering cable will restrict steering cable movement and cause hard steering.
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VPA 7743358 03-2003
