Testing and Repair
Refer to appropriate MerCruiser Stern Drive Service Manual.
Checking Pump Fluid Level
Refer to Section 1B - ªMaintenanceº (see ªTable of Contentsº).
Filling and Air Bleeding System
Refer to Section 1B - ªMaintenanceº (see ªTable of Contentsº).
Belt Adjustment
V-Belt
IMPORTANT: Do not pry on power steering pump with pry bar or screwdriver. Serious damage may result.
1.Install drive belt on pulleys and adjust tension as follows:
a.Pivot pump away from engine, as required, until correct tension is obtained, as shown.
b.After obtaining correct tension, securely tighten pump brace and pump mounting bolts.
2.If a new drive belt has been installed, recheck belt tension after running for five minutes.
a
b
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a- Belt Should Depress 1/4 In (6 mm)
b- Screws and Nuts
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Serpentine Belt Adjustment
1.Using a 5/8 inch wrench, loosen the nut on the ad- justment stud.
2.Place the 5/16 inch deep socket on the hex end of the adjustment stud rotate starboard tensioner until there is 1/4 inch (6 mm) deflection is achieved between the pulleys with the greatest distance between them (this location may be dif- ferent with various belt configurations).
3.While holding adjustment stud at the correct belt tension, tighten locking nut.
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Bravo Model With Power Steering Shown (Other Configurations Will Be Different)
a- Locking Nut
b- Adjustment Stud
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