Specifications

TROUBLESHOOTING
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0175
Steering Wheel Turns Hard Or Jerky
Possible Cause Remedy
Low power steering pump fluid level. Check for leak. Refill system with fluid.
Drive belt loose or in poor condition. Replace and/or adjust.
Insufficient lubrication on steering
components.
Lubricate.
Loose or missing steering fasteners or
parts.
Check all parts and fasteners if any are
loose or missing, see authorized Mercury
MerCruiser dealer immediately.
Contaminated power steering fluid.
See authorized Mercury MerCruiser
dealer.
0176
Power Trim Does Not Operate (Motor Doesn’t Operate)
Possible Cause Remedy
Blown fuse. Replace fuse.
Loose or dirty electrical connections or
damaged wiring.
Check all associated electrical
connections and wires (especially battery
cables). Clean and tighten faulty
connection. Repair or replace wiring.
0177
Power Trim Does Not Operate (Motor Operates But Sterndrive Unit Does Not
Move)
Possible Cause Remedy
Trim pump oil level low. Fill pump with oil.
Drive unit binding in gimbal ring. Check for obstruction.