back of the boat. The cable must be free and clear to Propeller torque can also cause the boat to wander (not
slide back and forth. Any item blocking free movement of follow a straight line) when operated at low speeds. This
the cable will result in harder steering and possible dam- condition is normal and can be corrected only by increas-
age to the steering cable. If unable to locate or correct ing engine rpm. Wind, water currents and play in steer-
the problem, have the steering cable inspected and lubri- ing components can cause equivalent effects.
cated by your Four Winns dealer.
Steering effort can vary significantly with engine
After the first two hours of running time, check
the entire steering system for loose bolts, nuts
andfastenerswhichcouldadverselyaffectsteer-
ing control.
acceleration, steering angle, trim angle, and sea
condition. Be prepared for additional steering
loads at all times.
Check the fluid level in the reservoir periodically.
Low power steering fluid levels may increase
steering difficulty.
D - 3
STEERINGSYSTEMMAINTENANCE
A periodic inspection of all steering cables, linkage and
helm assemblies should be made. Signs of corrosion,
cracking, loosening of fastenings, excessive wear, or de-
terioration should be immediately corrected. Failure to
do so could lead to steering system failure and corre-
sponding loss of control.
NOTICE
DO NOT interfere with or restrict steering cable
m
movement through the last 90 of bend at the
engine. DO NOT use cable retainers, clamps or
tie straps. Using one or all of these could re-
strict the cable movement near the engine. DO
NOT tie wiring harnesses or other control cables
to the steering cable. Make sure the deck
coaming pads and bulkheads allow for steering
cable movement in all positions of trim.
The helm and cable assembly should be so adjusted that
the steering wheel is centered with the drive or outboard
engineinthestraightaheadposition. Thereshouldbean
equal number of turns to port and starboard from the
straight ahead position. If adjustment becomes neces-
sary, see your Four Winns dealer.
When storing equipment in the engine compart-
ment, be sure to avoid contact with the steering
cable. Cables may become kinked or damaged
and may increase steering effort.
All cables, helm assemblies, and steering connections
should be periodically lubricated with a light, waterproof
grease or as indicated in the manufacturers information
provided with this manual.
Additionalinformationonsteeringoperationcanbefound
in Section Q-9 in this manual and in your Engine Owners
manual.
D - 2
PROPELLERTORQUE
The propeller rotation of a single engine installation will
exert a directional force on the steering system. This
can cause the steering to be harder in one direction than
the other, and is called propeller torque. If this occurs,
adjustthedriveortrimtab(whenapplicable). Refertothe
Engine Owners manual for information on adjusting the
trim tab.
Vista Owners Manual
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Section D
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