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TRIM TAB

The trim tab should be adjusted so that the steering control can be turned to either the right or left by applying the same amount of force.

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An improperly adjusted trim tab may cause difficult steering. Always test run after the trim tab has been installed or replaced to be sure steering is correct. Be sure you have tightened the bolt after adjusting the trim tab.

1 Trim tab

2 Bolt

3 Cap

Boat tends to veer

The rear end of

 

trim tab

 

 

To the left

“Turn the left

(port side)

(port side), “”A””

 

in the figure”

 

 

To the right

“Turn the right

(starboard side)

(starboard side),

 

“”B”” in the figure”

 

 

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The trim tab also serves as an anode to protect the engine from electrochemical corrosion.

Never paint the trim tab as it will become ineffective as an anode.

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