Trim Tab; Trim Angle Adjusting Rod - Yamaha 40V Manuel D'utilisation

A
q
B
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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 (If equipped)
Boat tends to veer
To the left
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(port side)
To the right
(starboard side)
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The trim tab also serves as an anode to
protect the engine from electroche mical
corrosion.
Never paint the trim tab as it will become
ineffective as an anode.
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TRIM ANGLE ADJUSTING ROD

The position of the trim angle adjusting
rod determines the minimum trim angle
of the outboard motor in relation to the
transom.
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The rear end of trim tab
Turn the left(port side),
"A" in the figure
Turn the right(starboard side),
"B" in the figure
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