◦ For replacing the shaft or propeller drive motor

• Metal parts accessory kit

FORCE™ TROLLING MOTOR ◦ S00-01000-20
◦ Contains all of the metal parts, such as brackets and
FIELD SERVICE MANUAL screws, that may be needed when performing repairs
• Plastic parts accessory kit
Tools, Supplies, and Equipment Needed ◦ S00-01000-46
The tools, supplies, and equipment needed to service and repair ◦ Contains all of the plastic parts, such as washers and
the trolling motor depend on the service or repair needed. Not all bushings, that may be needed when performing repairs
of the items listed are applicable for every procedure.
Tools, Supplies, and Equipment Needed for Overview and Part Locations
Maintenance
When performing routine maintenance, you must have the
following tools and supplies.
• #2 Phillips screwdriver
• 4 mm and 3 mm hex bits or wrenches
• 10 and 15 mm sockets
• 9/16 in. socket
◦ For removing the propeller
◦ A 15 mm socket is acceptable, if necessary
• Replacement anodes (010-12832-35)
• Wire brush
• Silicone lubricating grease
• Non-stick, dry-film lubricant (such as DuPont™ Dry Film
Lubricant with Teflon )
®
Item Description
• Dielectric grease Shaft cap
• Isopropyl alcohol (for cleaning areas before applying touch- Coil cable (and transducer cable)
up paint)
Power cable (and transducer cable)
• Liquid polyurethane paint (for touching up nicks and
scratches) Display panel

Tools, Supplies, and Equipment Needed for Repair Steering servo housing
When performing repair or replacement procedures, you must Depth-adjustment collar
have the following tools and supplies.
Shaft
• Suitable workbench or table
Drive motor and propeller
◦ Must be at least 8 ft. long for working on the 50 in. models
◦ Must be at least 10 ft. long for working on the 57 in.
models
• #1 Phillips screwdriver
• #2 Phillips screwdriver
• 3 mm and 4 mm and 8 mm hex bits or wrenches
• 10 and 15 mm socket
• 29 mm socket or wrench (for replacing the PCB)
• 9/16 in. socket
◦ For removing the propeller
◦ A 15 mm socket is acceptable, if necessary
• 36 mm or adjustable wrench (for replacing the coil cable)
• Torque wrench Item Description
◦ With 4 mm, 6 mm, and 8 mm hex bits Upper link of the mount
◦ Capable of measuring torque from 5 kgf-cm (4.3 lbf-in) to
Lower link of the mount
55 N-m (40.5 lbf-in.)
• Silicone lubricating grease (for replacing the latching Mount base
mechanism or steering servo components)
• Needle-nose pliers Maintenance Needs and Schedule
• Dielectric grease (for replacing the power cable or coil cable)
CAUTION
• Shaft and motor hardware service kit Use extreme care when following the procedures in this section.
◦ S00-01000-35 Some maintenance tasks require you to move the motor from
the stowed to the deployed position multiple times, which

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presents a potential for hands or fingers to be crushed by the 6 If necessary, apply additional grease and repeat the previous
weight of the motor. step.
To maintain your warranty, you must perform a series of routine 7 Return the motor to the stowed or deployed position.
maintenance tasks as you prepare your motor for the season. If Lubricating the Hinges and Bushings
you use or transport the motor in dry, dusty environments There are a number of hinges and bushings that allow the motor
(traveling on gravel roads, for example) you should perform to transition smoothly from the stowed to deployed position and
these tasks more often during the season. back again. You should lubricate these areas as needed.
1 Locate the four primary hinge points .

• Examine the power cable for wear, and patch or repair as

necessary .
• Check the power terminals, and clean them if necessary
(Checking and Cleaning the Power Terminals, page 3). 2 Apply a non-stick, dry-film lubricant to each hinge point, in the
space between the moving parts , and allow it to dry
• Lubricate the hinges and bushings (Lubricating the Hinges
according to the instructions provided with the product.
and Bushings, page 2).
• Clean and lubricate the stow and deploy latch mechanism
(Cleaning and Lubricating the Locking Mechanism,
page 2).
• Check the mount rails, and replace them if necessary
(Checking and Replacing the Mount Rails, page 3).
• Check the mount bumper, and replace it if necessary
(Checking and Replacing the Mount Bumper, page 4).
• Clean or replace the anodes in the propeller drive motor
(Servicing the Anodes, page 2).
Cleaning and Lubricating the Locking Mechanism
CAUTION
This procedure is best performed with the motor halfway
between the stowed and deployed positions. When in this 3 Move the motor from the stowed to the deployed position and
position, the motor is not secured, so you should support the back a number of times to distribute the lubricant.
motor and use extreme caution to avoid pinching or crushing 4 If necessary, apply additional lubricant and repeat the
hands or fingers. previous step.

1 Place the motor between the stowed and deployed positions Servicing the Anodes
so the base is oriented vertically and you can access both The anodes protect the motor components from corrosion, and
locking mechanisms . each season they must be examined and cleaned or replaced if
necessary.
1 Using a 9/16 in (15 mm) socket, loosen the nut on the end of
the propeller.
2 Remove the nut, lock washer, flat washer, and anode .

2 Support the weight of the motor so it cannot fall and crush

your hands or fingers.
3 Examine the anode, and complete an action:
3 Clean any debris, dirt, and build up from all of the locking • If the anode is more than half of the original size, clean the
mechanism channels. anode using a wire brush or sandpaper.
4 Apply a silicone lubricating grease to the locking mechanisms • If the anode is less than half of the original size, discard
and the channels. the anode and purchase a replacement.
5 Pull and release the pull cable a number of times to move the
mechanisms in the channels and distribute the grease.

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4 Place the cleaned or new anode on the propeller shaft, and
secure the propeller with the lock washer, flat washer, and
nut.
5 Using a 9/16 in (15 mm) socket, tighten the nut to 8.13 N-m
(6 lbf-ft).
6 Using a 4 mm hex bit or wrench, remove the skeg from the
bottom of the motor.

2 If necessary, clean any corrosion from the terminals using a

wire brush.
NOTE: In cases of heavy corrosion, you may need to remove
the power cables for an effective cleaning (Removing the
Power Cable from the Steering Servo Housing, page 22).
7 Using a 3 mm hex bit or wrench, remove the screw that 3 Cover the connections with dielectric grease.
secures the transducer and nose cone to the bottom of the
4 Securely place the rubber shields back over the power
motor . terminals.
8 Using a 4 mm hex bit or wrench, remove the screws to
disconnect the nose cone from the front of the motor. Checking and Replacing the Mount Rails
9 Using a 3 mm hex bit or wrench, remove the screw and The rails protect the propeller drive motor and the mount from
anode on the front of the motor. impact when stowing the motor, and may become worn over
time. If the rails are damaged or worn and the mount base is
visible through them, you must replace them.
1 With the motor in the stowed position, examine the rails for
wear and damage.

10 Examine the anode, and complete an action: 2 Select an action:

• If the anode is more than half of the original size, clean the • If the rails are in good condition, and you cannot see the
anode using a wire brush or sandpaper. metal mount base though any worn areas, no further
• If the anode is less than half of the original size, discard action is needed.
the anode and purchase a replacement. • If the rails are damaged or if you can see the metal mount
11 Place the cleaned or new anode on the screw and secure it base through worn areas in the rails, proceed to the next
to the motor. step to replace them.
12 Secure the nose cone to the front of the motor. 3 Using a 4 mm hex bit or wrench, remove the screws that
secure the shrouds to the mount base.
13 Install the screw that secures the transducer and nose cone
to the bottom of the motor.
14 Install the skeg on the bottom of the motor.
Checking and Cleaning the Power Terminals
1 With the motor in the deployed position, pull the rubber
shields away from the positive and negative power terminals
.

4 Slide the damaged rails off of the mount base.

5 Slide the replacement rails onto the mount base.
6 Secure the shrouds to the mount base using the screws you
removed previously.

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Checking and Replacing the Mount Bumper 2 Remove the lock washer , flat washer , anode , and
The mount bumper is the part of the mount base that overhangs damaged propeller .
the bow of the boat. 3 Service the anode, if necessary (Servicing the Anodes,
1 Place the motor between the stowed and deployed positions, page 2).
and check the mount bumper for damage. 4 If necessary, install the pin in the propeller motor shaft .
2 Select an action: 5 Install a replacement propeller.
• If the mount bumper is undamaged, no further action is 6 Place the anode, flat washer, lock washer, and nut onto the
needed. end of the motor shaft.
• If the mount bumper is damaged, proceed to the next step 7 Using a 9/16 in (15 mm) socket, tighten the nut to 8.13 N-m
to replace it. (6 lbf-ft) to secure the propeller.
3 Using a 4 mm hex bit or wrench, remove the two screws that Fixing Paint Scratches
secure the mount bumper to the mount base.
Over time, parts of the motor may become scratched or dinged.
You can use paint to touch up these areas for cosmetic
purposes.
1 Using isopropyl alcohol, throughly clean the areas where the
paint has been scratched or damaged.
2 Apply liquid polyurethane touch-up paint to the scratched or
damaged areas.
3 Follow the instructions on the paint, and allow for proper
drying before using the motor.

Service Parts
You can use these diagrams to identify and order service parts.
You can follow the links where provided for detailed disassembly
4 Install a replacement mount bumper, and secure it to the and replacement procedures.
mount base using the screws provided with the replacement To order the service parts listed in this manual, contact Garmin ®

part. at 1-800-800-1420 or send an email to [email protected]

Replacing the Propeller to place an order.
If the propeller is damaged, you must replace it.
1 Using a 15 mm socket, remove the nut that secures the
propeller.

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Shaft and Cable Parts

Item Description Service Part Number Details

Power cable S00-01000-22 Removing the Power Cable from the Steering Servo Housing, page 22
Shaft cap S00-01000-12 The service kit contains the internal hardware, cable grip, and grommet.
Removing the Shaft Cap, page 12
Coil cable S00-01000-48 Removing the Coil Cable from the Steering Servo Housing, page 23
Shaft 50 in. model: Removing the Propeller Drive Motor and Nose Cone from the Shaft,
S00-01000-02 page 13
57 in. model:
S00-01000-07
Depth adjustment collar S00-01000-41 Removing the Depth-Adjustment Collar, page 13
Not shown Pull cable and handle 010-12832-30 Installing a New Pull Cable, page 10
Not shown 60 A circuit breaker accessory 010-12832-40 Instructions are provided with the circuit breaker.
Not shown Power cable plug accessory 010-12832-41 Instructions are provided with the power cable plug.
Not shown Power cable receptacle 010-12832-42 Instructions are provided with the power cable socket.
accessory
Not shown Foot pedal power cable 010-12832-10 Installation instructions are provided with your foot pedal.
replacement

Propeller Drive Motor Parts

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Item Description Service Part Number Details
Shaft 50 in. model: S00-01000-02 Removing the Propeller Drive Motor and Nose Cone from the Shaft,
57 in. model: S00-01000-07 page 13
Propeller drive motor 50 in. model: S00-01000-01 Removing the Propeller Drive Motor, page 13
57 in. model: S00-01000-06
Nose cone Transducer: 010-12832-20 One of two parts included with a replacement nose cone.
No transducer: 010-12832-22 (Replacing the Nose Cone, page 14)
Transducer Contact Garmin support for The replacement transducer and transducer replacement kit are sold
replacement transducer options. separately.
Transducer replacement kit: Detailed replacement instructions (190-02521-94) are included with the
010-12832-25 transducer replacement kit.
Motor anode 010-12832-35 The anode kit contains the motor anode and the propeller anode (not
shown).
Servicing the Anodes, page 2
Lower nose cone Transducer: 010-12832-20 One of two parts included with a replacement nose cone.
No transducer: 010-12832-22 (Replacing the Nose Cone, page 14)
Transducer pad 010-12832-25 Included in the transducer replacement kit.
Skeg 010-12832-18 Removing the Skeg and Nose Cone, page 13
Not shown Propeller Power propeller: 010-12832-00 Replacing the Propeller, page 4
Weedless propeller: 010-12832-01

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Mount Parts

Item Description Service Part Number Details

Lower gas spring arm and shaft S00-01000-18 Disconnecting the Lower Gas Spring, page 18
stabilizer
Lower gas spring (deploy) S00-01000-37 Disconnecting the Lower Gas Spring, page 18
Mount lower link Lower link and latching components assembled, Removing the Lower Link from the Mount Base,
50 in. model: S00-01000-04 page 24
Latching components only, 50 in. model:
S00-01000-45
Lower link and latching components assembled,
57 in. model: S00-01000-09
Latching components only, 57 in. model:
S00-01000-11
Display panel (Ebox) S00-01000-39 (Replacing the Display Panel, page 23)
Mount upper link 50 in. model: S00-01000-03 Removing the Upper Link from the Mount Base,
57 in. model: S00-01000-08 page 24
Upper gas spring arm S00-01000-17 Disconnecting the Upper Gas Spring, page 19
Upper gas spring (stow) 50 in. model: S00-01000-38 Disconnecting the Upper Gas Spring, page 19
57 in. model: S00-01000-40
Mount base See Mount Base Parts, page 8 for mount base Mount Base Parts, page 8
service part numbers.

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Mount Base Parts

Item Description Service Part Number Details

Mount base rails 50 in. model: S00-01000-33 Replacing the Mount Rails, page 26
57 in. model: S00-01000-34
Mount base shrouds S00-01000-14 Replacing the Mount Shrouds, page 25
Motor bumper S00-01000-19 Replacing the Mount Bumper, page 26
Mount base 50 in. model: S00-01000-05 This replacement part includes the base and all of the plastic parts, including the
57 in. model: S00-01000-10 shrouds, rails, stow support, and motor bumper, fully assembled.
Replacing the Mount Base, page 25
Mount base stow support S00-01000-47 Replacing the Stow Support, page 26

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Steering and Electronics Parts

Item Description Service Part Number Details

Electronics cover and seal S00-01000-52 Removing the Electronics Cover, page 26
Lower steering servo housing S00-01000-16 Opening the Steering Servo Housing, page 28
Control PCB S12-03433-00 Replacing the PCB, page 27
Motor and gear assembly S00-01000-50 Removing the Steering Servo Motor, page 28
Antenna module S00-01000-42 Replacing the Antenna Module, page 26
GPS module S00-01000-43 Replacing the GPS Antenna, page 27
Shaft carrier S00-01000-49 Removing the Shaft Carrier and Gears, page 29
Steering position sensor bracket S00-01000-51 (Replacing the Steering Position Sensor, page 29)
Upper steering servo housing and seal S00-01000-15 Opening the Steering Servo Housing, page 28

Service Procedures 4 Install the handle on the new pull cable (Installing the Handle
on the Pull Cable, page 10).
Replacing the Pull Cable
Removing the Pull Cable Handle
You can replace the pull cable without disassembling the motor.
1 Using a #1 Phillips screwdriver, remove the two screws
1 If necessary, remove the handle from the pull cable that secure top of the handle.
(Removing the Pull Cable Handle, page 9).
2 Remove the pull cable from the mount (Removing the Pull
Cable, page 10).
3 Install the new pull cable on the mount (Installing a New Pull
Cable, page 10).

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2 Push the pull cable up from the bottom of the handle, and 3 Feed the other end of the pull cable through the steering
remove the R-pin . servo housing, routing the cable between the upper link of
the mount and the pivot pin.
3 Pull the cable through the washer and the bottom of the
handle.
Removing the Pull Cable
Before you can remove the pull cable, you must remove the pull
cable handle (Removing the Pull Cable Handle, page 9).
1 Transition the motor to the stowed position.
CAUTION
You should leave the motor in the stowed position until you
have connected the new pull cable. If the mount is not
securely locked in the deployed position, it may shift and
crush your hands or fingers. Installing the Handle on the Pull Cable
2 Locate the access hole on the underside of the mount base. 1 Insert the pull cable through the bottom half of the handle
.
3 Using needle-nose pliers, remove the R-pin that secures the
pull cable to the locking mechanism.

4 Remove the pull cable from the mount base, and pull it
through the steering servo housing.
Installing a New Pull Cable
Before you can install a new pull cable, you must remove the
2 Insert the pull cable through the washer .
existing pull cable (Removing the Pull Cable, page 10). 3 Push the R-pin through the hole on the end of the pull
cable.
CAUTION 4 Pull the cable down so that the washer and R-pin rest in the
After you have removed the existing pull cable, should leave the bottom half of the handle.
motor in the stowed position until you have connected the new
NOTE: The R-pin fits in the bottom half of the handle one
pull cable. If the mount is not securely locked in the deployed
way only.
position, it may shift and crush your hands or fingers.
5 Using a #1 Philips screwdriver, secure the top of the handle
1 Feed the end of the new pull cable into the mount base, and to the bottom using the screws .
place it over the stud on the locking mechanism.
Removing the Power and Transducer Cables From
2 Using needle-nose pliers, push the R-pin through the hole on the Mount
the end of the pull cable to secure it to the locking
mechanism. You should remove the power and transducer cables from the
mount if you are replacing a damaged cable, transducer, shaft,
or propeller drive motor.
1 Disconnect the motor from the power source.
2 With the motor in the stowed position, using a #1 Phillips
screwdriver, remove the single screw that secures the
upper tab of the bracket to the mount base, and remove
the bracket.

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3 Using a 3 mm hex bit or wrench, remove the four screws TIP: To determine the right (starboard) side of the mount,
that secure the two brackets to the mount on both sides of stand in a location where you can read the information on the
the cable channel. display panel.
4 Route the power cable through the channel above the
transducer cable.
5 Using the pull cable, carefully lift the motor from the deployed
position to the stowed position.
NOTICE
You must secure the cables to the mount with the motor in
the stowed position. If you complete this procedure with the
motor in the deployed position, the cables are not at their fully
extended length, and the added stress may damage the
cables during use.
4 Pull the power cable out of the channel along the side of the 6 Leaving a rounded bend in the cables , hold them against
mount. the side of the mount where they enter the channel.
5 Pull the transducer cable out of the channel along the side of
the mount.
Routing the Power and Transducer Cables Through the
Mount
After you have installed a replacement power cable, transducer,
shaft, or propeller drive motor, you should route the power and
transducer cables through the mount.
NOTICE
To avoid damaging the power and transducer cables when
deploying and stowing the trolling motor and to avoid
interference with the GPS and heading sensors in the motor, 7 At the marked location on the power cable, place one of the
you must route the cables through the right (starboard) side of brackets that has two screw holes over the cables and
the mount and secure them using the included hardware. You against the mount, aligning the holes on the bracket with the
must not route the power cable through the left (port) side of the holes on the mount.
mount, and it is not possible to install the included brackets on 8 Using a 3 mm hex bit or wrench, secure the bracket to the
the left (port) side. The left (port) side is reserved for additional mount using two screws .
accessories or transducer cables that you may install in the 9 Hold the cables against the bottom of the mount where they
future. exit the channel.
1 Measure approximately 40 cm (16 in.) on the power cable 10 Place the other bracket that has two screw holes over the
from where it connects to the steering servo housing, and cables and against the mount, aligning the holes on the
look for the mark on the cable applied at the factory. bracket with the holes on the mount.

11 Using a 3 mm hex bit or wrench, secure the bracket to the

mount using two screws .
12 Hold the cables against the plastic portion of the mount base,
close to the boat deck.
2 If you do not see a mark on the cable, or if the mark is not 13 Insert the lower tab on the remaining bracket into a slot below
approximately 40 cm (16 in.) from the connection, make a the cables , and rotate the bracket toward the mount base
mark with a marker or tape. to hold the cables.
3 With the motor in the deployed position, route the transducer
cable through the channel along the right (starboard) side of
the mount .

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 You should keep these screws in a safe place, because you
must use them when reconnecting the cables.
2 Release the latch and pull the connectors apart to
disconnect the data cable.
Removing the Transducer Cable from the Shaft Cap
Before you can remove the transducer cable from the shaft cap,
you must open the shaft cap (Opening the Shaft Cap, page 12).
1 Disconnect the transducer cable from the chartplotter.
14 Using a #1 Phillips screwdriver, secure the upper tab of the 2 Remove the power and transducer cables from the mount
bracket to the mount base using a single screw . (Removing the Power and Transducer Cables From the
Mount, page 10).
Removing the Shaft and Propeller Drive Motor from
3 Remove the plastic cable clamps that secure the transducer
the Steering System cable to the coiled power cable.
Before you can remove the shaft and propeller drive motor, you
must remove the transducer cable from the mount, if applicable You should keep these cable clamps in a safe place,
(Removing the Power and Transducer Cables From the Mount, because you must reinstall later.
page 10). 4 Straighten the transducer cable so you can easily pull it
1 Disconnect the motor from the power source. through the shaft cap.
2 Open the shaft cap (Opening the Shaft Cap, page 12). 5 Push from the inside out to remove the square grommet
that holds the transducer cable in the shaft cap.
3 Disconnect the cables in the shaft cap (Disconnecting the
Cables in the Shaft Cap, page 12).
4 Remove the transducer cable from the shaft cap (Removing
the Transducer Cable from the Shaft Cap, page 12).
5 Remove the shaft cap (Removing the Shaft Cap, page 12).
6 Remove the shaft from the steering system (Removing the
Shaft from the Steering Servo, page 13).
Opening the Shaft Cap
NOTICE
Before you open the shaft cap, you must disconnect the motor 6 Remove the grommet from the transducer cable.
from the power source. The grommet is split on one side to make it easy to remove
from the cable.
1 Using a #2 Phillips screwdriver, remove the four screws that You should keep the grommet in a safe place, because you
secure the lid of the shaft cap. must reinstall it later.
7 Feed the transducer cable through the shaft cap from the
outside in until it is no longer routed through the square hole.
Removing the Shaft Cap
Before you can remove the shaft cap, you must remove the
transducer cable from the shaft cap (Removing the Transducer
Cable from the Shaft Cap, page 12) and disconnect the cables
in the shaft cap (Disconnecting the Cables in the Shaft Cap,
page 12).
1 Count and write down the number of coils in the coil cable
that wraps around the shaft.
When re-assembling the shaft and shaft cap, it is beneficial to
use the same number of coils around the shaft.
2 Using a 4 mm hex bit or wrench, remove the 1/4-20 bolt
and nut that secure the shaft cap to the shaft.
You should place these screws in a safe place, because you
must use them to close the shaft cap.
2 Lift up to remove the lid of the shaft cap.
Disconnecting the Cables in the Shaft Cap
Before you can disconnect the cables in the shaft cap, you must
open the shaft cap (Opening the Shaft Cap, page 12).
1 Using a #3 Phillips screwdriver, remove the two screws
that secure the power cables in the shaft cap.

You should keep this bolt and nut in a safe place, because
you must use them when reinstalling the shaft cap.

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3 Lift up on the shaft cap to disconnect it from the shaft. Removing the Skeg and Nose Cone
4 Pull the cables from the shaft completely through the shaft 1 Using a 4 mm hex bit or wrench, remove the four screws
cap, taking care to avoid damaging the data cable connector that secure the skeg to the propeller drive motor.
when you pull it through.
Removing the Shaft from the Steering Servo
Before you can remove the shaft from the steering servo, you
must remove the shaft cap (Removing the Shaft from the
Steering Servo, page 13).
This procedure is best performed with two people.
1 Loosen the depth adjustment collar on the base of the
steering servo .

2 Remove the skeg.

3 Using a 4 mm hex bit or wrench, remove the two screws
that secure the front of the nose cone to the propeller drive
motor.
4 Using a 3 mm hex bit or wrench, remove the single screw
that secures the bottom of the nose cone to the propeller
drive motor.
You should keep all of these screws and parts in a safe
place, because you must reinstall them when reassembling
the skeg and nose cone.
Removing the Propeller Drive Motor
2 Slide the shaft down and out of the steering servo, taking Before you can remove the propeller drive motor, you must
care not to damage the skeg and transducer or snag the remove the shaft from the steering servo (Removing the Shaft
cables or connectors as you pull it through. from the Steering Servo, page 13).
TIP: Depending on the height of your trailer, you may find it NOTE: When removing the propeller drive motor, using a ball-
easier to remove the shaft if you transition the mount halfway head hex bit or wrench is highly recommended because of the
between the deployed and stowed positions. angle needed to reach the head of the screws.
Removing the Depth-Adjustment Collar 1 Using the tool included in the shaft and motor hardware
Before you can remove the depth-adjustment collar, you must service kit, remove the recessed nut that secures the
remove the shaft from the steering servo (Removing the Shaft transducer cable to the shaft.
from the Steering Servo, page 13). NOTE: It is necessary to remove the recessed nut only if you
Turn the depth-adjustment collar counter-clockwise to are replacing the shaft or the transducer. This nut can remain
remove it from the steering servo. in place if you are replacing the propeller drive motor.

Removing the Propeller Drive Motor and Nose Cone 2 Using a ball-head 4 mm hex bit or wrench, remove the four
from the Shaft screws that secure the shaft base to the propeller drive
motor.
Before you can remove the propeller drive motor and transducer
from the shaft, you must remove the shaft from the steering
servo (Removing the Shaft and Propeller Drive Motor from the
Steering System, page 12).
1 Remove the skeg and nose cone from the propeller drive
motor (Removing the Skeg and Nose Cone, page 13).
2 Remove the propeller drive motor from the shaft (Removing
the Propeller Drive Motor, page 13).
3 Remove the nose cone and transducer from the shaft
(Removing the Nose Cone and Transducer, page 14).

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 The shaft and motor hardware service kit contains a new
cable gland and recessed nut.
Disassembling the Nose Cone
Before you can disassemble the nose cone, you must remove
the skeg and nose cone from the propeller drive motor
(Removing the Skeg and Nose Cone, page 13).
1 Using a 3 mm hex bit or wrench, remove the six screws that
secure the transducer to the nose cone.

When replacing the transducer, you should dispose of these

four screws. New screws, washers, and O-rings are provided
in the shaft and motor hardware service kit.
3 Straighten the cables at the top of the shaft, and slowly pull
the propeller drive motor away from the shaft base until you
can see the power and data cables connected to the
propeller drive motor.

2 Remove the transducer and transducer pad from the nose

cone.
If you are not replacing the transducer, you should keep the
transducer pad and six screws so you can secure the
transducer to the replacement nose cone.
Replacing the Nose Cone
Before you can replace the nose cone, you must disassemble
the nose cone (Disassembling the Nose Cone, page 14).
4 Holding the cables only, slowly pull them through the shaft, 1 Place the transducer pad on the transducer.
taking care that the ring terminals and data cable connector
do not get caught on the top of the shaft.
NOTICE
When removing the propeller drive motor from the shaft, you
must pull the cables themselves, and not the motor. Pulling
on the propeller drive motor may damage the cable
connections inside the motor.
The power and data cables should pull through the shaft, but
the transducer cable should mostly stay in place.
Removing the Nose Cone and Transducer
Before you can remove the nose cone and transducer, you must
remove the propeller drive motor (Removing the Propeller Drive
Motor, page 13).
1 Carefully pull the transducer cable straight down through
the bottom of the shaft until it is completely removed from the 2 Using a 3 mm hex bit or wrench, secure the transducer to the
shaft. nose cone using the six screws and bushings .
3 Install the nose cone and skeg on the shaft (Installing the
Nose Cone and Skeg, page 16).
Installing the Propeller Drive Motor in the Shaft
You must perform these actions to reassemble the propeller
drive motor in the shaft.
NOTICE
The screws, replacement seals, and grease packet are included
in the motor hardware service kit (S00-01000-35). You should
use the new parts from the kit instead of reusing the screws and
seals you removed with the propeller drive motor.
2 After you pull the transducer cable out of the shaft, pull it
through the hole in the front of the shaft base , along with 1 Install the nose cone and transducer in the shaft (Installing
the rubber cable gland and the recessed nut. the Nose Cone and Transducer in the Shaft, page 15).

3 Dispose of the cable gland and recessed nut. 2 Install the propeller drive motor on the shaft (Installing the
Propeller Drive Motor, page 15).

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3 Install the nose cone and skeg on the propeller drive motor
(Installing the Nose Cone and Skeg, page 16).
Installing the Nose Cone and Transducer in the Shaft
NOTICE
The shaft and motor hardware service kit contains new seals.
You should use the new parts from the kit instead of reusing the
seals you removed with the nose cone and transducer.
NOTE: If you are performing this procedure because you are
removing the transducer completely, you should complete only
the first step.
1 Place the 25 mm (1 in.) O-ring on the recessed nut from the
shaft and motor hardware service kit.

2 Using the packet included in the shaft and motor hardware

service kit, apply grease to the new 78 mm (3 in.) O-ring in
the shaft and motor hardware service kit.
3 Place the new 78 mm (3 in.) O-ring in the groove on the shaft
base.
4 Using canned compressed air or an air compressor, blow out
any dirt or debris in the four threaded holes on the top of the
propeller drive motor.
5 Apply a medium-strength thread-locking compound such as
LOCTITE 243™ to the threads in the four threaded holes on
®

2 With the O-ring facing the transducer, feed the replacement the top of the propeller drive motor.
transducer cable through the recessed nut and the hole
in the front of the shaft base, but do not feed it up through the NOTICE
shaft. Thread-locking compound is required in these holes to
maintain a tight connection between the shaft base and the
propeller drive motor.
6 Remove the 36 mm (17/16 in.) O-ring from the top of the
propeller drive motor, and discard it.
7 Thread the cables from the propeller drive motor through the
new 36 mm (17/16 in.) O-ring in the shaft and motor hardware
service kit.
8 Using the packet included in the shaft and motor hardware
service kit, apply grease to the new 36 mm (17/16 in.) O-ring.

3 After you have fed all but approximately 60 cm (2 ft.) of the

transducer cable through the hole in the shaft base, feed the
transducer cable up through the shaft.

9 Place the new 36 mm (17/16 in.) O-ring in the groove on the

top of the propeller drive motor.
10 If the power and data cables from the propeller drive motor
are not already aligned and bundled, straighten, align, and
bundle them with tape.
If the power and data cables are not straight and aligned,
Installing the Propeller Drive Motor they may not feed through the shaft smoothly.
Before you can install the propeller drive motor in the shaft, you 11 Feed the power and data cables from the propeller drive
must route the transducer cable through the shaft (if applicable) motor up through the shaft until they emerge from the top.
(Installing the Nose Cone and Transducer in the Shaft,
page 15).
1 Remove the large 78 mm (3 in.) O-ring on the shaft base,
and discard it.

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12 Gently pull the ends of the power and data cables as you
feed them the rest of the way through the shaft.
NOTICE
3 Using a permanent marker, mark the measured location on
When feeding the cables, you must pull on the cable and not the cable .
on the cable connectors. The data cable connector is fragile
and may break if you pull on the connector. 4 Using the packet included in the shaft and motor hardware
service kit, apply grease completely to all surfaces of the
13 Prepare the four bolts in the shaft and motor hardware cable gland you selected to fit your transducer cable.
service kit by placing a washer and a 4.75 mm (3/16 in.) O-
ring on each one.
5 Place the cable gland at the marked location on the
transducer cable.

14 Using the grease packet included in the shaft and motor 6 While keeping the cable gland aligned with the mark on the
hardware service kit, apply grease to the 4.75 mm (3/16 in.) transducer cable, gently pull the excess cable through the top
O-ring on each bolt. of the shaft until the cable gland fits into the hole on the shaft
base .
Avoid getting grease on the bolt threads.
7 Using the packet included in the shaft and motor hardware
NOTE: If you did not previously apply thread-locking service kit, apply grease to the 25 mm (1 in.) O-ring on the
compound in the four mounting holes for these bolts, you recessed nut on the transducer cable.
must apply it before installing these bolts.
8 Place the recessed nut into the hole on the shaft base, and
15 Using a ball-head 4 mm hex bit or wrench, thread all four of tighten it using the included tool .
the prepared bolts approximately halfway to make sure that
the shaft base and the propeller drive motor are properly 9 Tighten the recessed nut until it stops, then loosen it 1/14 of a
aligned. turn.
16 With the shaft base and the propeller drive motor properly NOTE: For reference, the notches inside the recessed nut
aligned, lightly tighten all four bolts by hand. are centered 1/14 of a turn apart.
17 Using a torque wrench, tighten all four bolts to 4 N-m (35 lbf- 10 Route the transducer cable through the nose cone so it will fit
in). correctly onto the propeller drive motor.

Installing the Nose Cone and Skeg

Before you can install the nose cone and skeg, you must install
the propeller drive motor on the shaft base (Installing the
Propeller Drive Motor, page 15).
1 From the shaft and motor hardware service kit, select the
cable gland that fits your transducer cable:
• For a 4-pin transducer, select the cable gland with the
smaller hole.
• For an 8- or 12-pin transducer, select the cable gland with
the larger hole.
NOTE: A cable gland without a hole is provided if you are not
installing a transducer or not routing the transducer cable
through the shaft.
2 Pull the transducer cable straight, and measure a 38 cm
(15 in.) from the where the cable enters the transducer. 11 Place the nose cone onto the propeller drive motor.

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12 Using a 4 mm hex bit or wrench, secure the front of the nose 3 Insert the shaft into the bottom of the steering servo housing,
cone to the propeller drive motor using the existing two and push it up through the top.
screws . NOTE: The shaft is keyed to fit in the steering servo housing
one way only.
4 Tighten the depth adjustment collar on the base of the
steering servo housing .
Installing the Shaft Cap
1 Pull the cables from the shaft completely through the shaft
cap.

13 Using a 3 mm hex bit or wrench, secure the bottom of the

nose cone to the propeller drive motor using the existing
screw .
14 Using a 4 mm hex bit or wrench, secure the skeg to the
bottom of the propeller drive motor using the existing four
screws .
Installing the Drive Motor and Shaft
You should perform these actions to reassemble the motor after
replacing the shaft, transducer, propeller drive motor, or 2 Using the coil count you recorded when you removed the
servicing the steering servo. shaft cap, wrap the coil cable around the shaft the
1 Install the shaft in the steering servo housing (Installing the appropriate number of times.
Shaft in the Steering Servo Housing, page 17). 3 Place the shaft cap on the shaft, aligning the coil cable
2 Install the shaft cap on the shaft (Installing the Shaft Cap, extending from the shaft cap with the groove on the shaft
page 17). .
3 Install the transducer cable in the shaft cap (Installing the 4 Using a 4 mm hex bit or wrench, install the 1/4-20 bolt and
Transducer Cable in the Shaft Cap, page 17). nut to secure the shaft cap to the shaft.
4 Connect the cables in the shaft cap (Connecting the Cables Installing the Transducer Cable in the Shaft Cap
in the Shaft Cap, page 17). Before you can install the transducer cable in the shaft cap, you
5 Close the shaft cap (Closing the Shaft Cap, page 18). must install the shaft cap (Installing the Shaft Cap, page 17).
6 Route the power and transducer cables through the mount 1 Feed the transducer cable completely through the square
(Routing the Power and Transducer Cables Through the hole in the shaft cap.
Mount, page 11).
7 Connect the motor to the power source.
Installing the Shaft in the Steering Servo Housing
If you removed the depth-adjustment collar (Removing the
Depth-Adjustment Collar, page 13), you must reinstall it before
you install the shaft in the steering servo housing.
This procedure is best performed with two people.
1
2 Feed the cables up through the steering servo housing. 2 Install the grommet on the transducer cable.
The grommet is split on one side to make it easy to install on
the cable.
3 Push from the outside to secure the square grommet in the
shaft cap.
4 Route the transducer cable alongside the coil cable, using
the cable clamps to hold the cables together.
5 Route the transducer cable through the mount base
alongside the coil cable, using the cable clamps to secure the
cables to the base.
6 Route the transducer cable to the chartplotter, and connect it.
Connecting the Cables in the Shaft Cap
Before you can connect the cables in the shaft cap, you must
install the shaft cap (Installing the Shaft Cap, page 17).
TIP: Depending on the height of your trailer or workbench, 1 Align the rings on the ends of the cables according to color.
you may want to move the motor mount up about halfway to You must stack the red cables together and stack the black
make it easier to install the shaft. cables together, aligning the flat sides of the connectors
on the cables.

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 NOTE: If the cables are stacked incorrectly, you cannot close
the shaft cap cover.
2 Place the stacked cables over the stand outs in the shaft
cap.

3 Lift the lower gas spring clevis off of the safety rod .
Replacing the Lower Gas Spring
Before you can replace the lower gas spring, you must
disconnect it from the mount (Disconnecting the Lower Gas
Spring, page 18).
1 Using a #0 Phillips screwdriver, remove the set screw that
3 Using a #3 Phillips screwdriver, install the two screws and secures the gas spring pin to the shaft stabilizer on the
lock washers to secure the power cables onto the stand mount.
outs in the shaft cap.
4 Align both sections of the data cable connector , and push
together to connect them.
Closing the Shaft Cap
Before you can close the shaft cap, you must connect the cables
inside the shaft cap (Connecting the Cables in the Shaft Cap,
page 17).
1 Place the lid on the shaft cap.
2 Using a #2 Phillips screwdriver, install the four screws to
secure the lid of the shaft cap.

2 Slide out the gas spring pin and lift up on the gas spring to
remove it.
3 Place the end of the replacement gas spring into the shaft
stabilizer on the mount.
4 Slide the gas spring pin into the shaft stabilizer, through the
end of the gas spring, until it is flush with the edge of the
shaft stabilizer.
5 Install the set screw in the shaft stabilizer to secure the gas
spring pin.
6 Place the lower gas spring clevis on the lower link of the
mount, fitting it over the safety rod .
Removing the Steering Servo from the Mount
Before you can remove the steering servo from the mount, you
must remove the power and transducer cables from the mount
(Removing the Power and Transducer Cables From the Mount,
page 10).
1 Disconnect the lower gas spring (Disconnecting the Lower
Gas Spring, page 18).
2 Disconnect the upper link of the mount (Disconnecting the
Upper Link of the Mount, page 18).
3 Disconnect the upper gas spring (Disconnecting the Upper
Gas Spring, page 19).
4 Disconnect the lower link of the mount (Disconnecting the 7 Using a #2 Phillips screwdriver, install the screws that
Lower Link of the Mount from the Steering Servo, page 19). secure the lower gas spring clevis to the lower link of the
Disconnecting the Lower Gas Spring mount.
1 Place the trolling motor in the stowed position. Disconnecting the Upper Link of the Mount
2 Using a #2 Phillips screwdriver, remove the screws that Before you can disconnect the upper link of the mount, you must
secure the lower gas spring clevis to the lower link of the remove the power and transducer cables from the mount
mount. (Removing the Power and Transducer Cables From the Mount,
page 10).

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1 With the motor in the deployed position, disconnect the cable
from the display panel on the upper link of the mount .

2 Lift the upper gas spring clevis off of the safety rod .
Replacing the Upper Gas Spring
2 Using an 4 mm hex bit or wrench, remove a screw and Before you can replace the upper gas spring, you must
washer from one side of the upper pin on the steering disconnect it from the mount (Disconnecting the Upper Gas
servo housing. Spring, page 19).
1 Using a #0 Phillips screwdriver, remove the set screw that
secures the gas spring pin to the upper gas spring arm .

2 Slide out the gas spring pin and lift up on the gas spring to
TIP: It is helpful to use another 4 mm hex wrench to hold one remove it.
end of the upper pin stationary while you remove one screw.
3 Place the end of the replacement gas spring into the upper
3 Remove the upper pin from the steering servo housing. gas spring arm.
4 Pivot the upper link away from the steering servo housing. 4 Slide the gas spring pin into the upper gas spring arm,
through the end of the gas spring, until it is flush with the
edge of the upper gas spring arm.
5 Install the set screw in the upper gas spring arm to secure
the gas spring pin.
6 Place the upper gas spring clevis on the lower link of the
mount, fitting it over the safety rod .

5 Remove the bushings from the upper holes in the steering

servo housing.

7 Using a #2 Phillips screwdriver, install the two screws that

secure the lower gas spring clevis to the lower link of the
mount.
Disconnecting the Lower Link of the Mount from the
Steering Servo
Before you can disconnect the lower link of the mount from the
steering servo, you must disconnect the lower gas spring
(Disconnecting the Lower Gas Spring, page 18) and you must
Disconnecting the Upper Gas Spring disconnect the upper gas spring (Disconnecting the Upper Gas
Before you can disconnect the upper gas spring, you must Spring, page 19).
disconnect the upper link of the mount (Disconnecting the Upper CAUTION
Link of the Mount, page 18) and disconnect the lower gas spring
The lower pin is the final piece connecting the steering servo to
(Disconnecting the Lower Gas Spring, page 18).
the mount. When you remove the pin, the steering servo, and
1 Using a #2 Phillips screwdriver, remove the two screws the drive motor and shaft, if they are still installed, may fall
that secure the lower gas spring clevis to the lower link of causing injury or damage. Use caution to support the weight of
the mount. the steering servo before you remove the pin.

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NOTE: This procedure is best performed with two people.
1 Slide the safety rods away from the steering servo to release
the lower pivot pin.
NOTE: The two safety rods don't need to move very far to
release the lower pivot pin. If either gas spring is still
connected to the lower link, however, the safety rods lock the
lower pivot pin in place, and it cannot be removed.
2 While supporting the weight of the steering servo, push the
lower pin out from one side, and pull to remove it completely.

3 From the inside out, insert the bushings into the lower
holes on the steering servo housing.

The steering servo is no longer connected to the mount.

Connecting the Steering Servo to the Mount
If you removed the steering servo from the mount for service,
you can follow these procedures to reconnect it.
1 Connect the steering servo to the lower link of the mount 4 Holding the pull cable up, place the steering servo housing
(Installing the Steering Servo on the Lower Link of the Mount, onto the lower link of the mount, aligning the lower holes on
page 20). the housing with the holes on the link.
2 Secure the upper gas spring (Securing the Upper Gas
Spring, page 21).
3 Connect the upper link of the mount to the steering servo
(Connecting the Upper Link of the Mount to the Steering
Servo Housing, page 21).
4 Connect the motor to the display panel (Connecting the
Motor to the Display Panel, page 21).
5 Secure the lower gas spring (Securing the Lower Gas Spring,
page 22).
6 Route the power and transducer cables through the mount
(Routing the Power and Transducer Cables Through the
Mount, page 11).
Installing the Steering Servo on the Lower Link of the Mount
1 Pivot the lower link of the mount forward until it locks into the
base. 5 While lifting up on the steering servo housing, push the pivot
pin through the housing and the link to hold it in place.
NOTICE
Do not hit the pin with a hammer or other object. Do not drill
or modify the holes. Although it is a snug fit, the pin slides in
completely when pushed by hand. Damage caused by
hammering the pin or modifying the holes is not covered
under warranty.
6 Route the pull cable upward through the top of the steering
servo housing .

2 Push the two safety rods into the lower link as far as
possible.

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Securing the Upper Gas Spring
1 Push the safety rod toward the steering servo housing as 3 Pivot the upper link of the mount forward.
far as possible to lock the lower pivot pin in place.

4 Tip the top of the steering servo housing inward so the holes
on the upper link and the housing align.
5 Push the pin through the holes on the upper link of the
mount and the steering servo housing.

2 If necessary, pivot the upper gas spring toward the lower

link of the mount so the base of the gas spring aligns with the
safety rod and mounting holes.
NOTE: If you must rotate the gas spring so the base aligns
with the mount, rotate the spring in a clockwise direction only.
Rotating the gas spring in a counter-clockwise direction may
loosen the fittings.
3 Align the single hole on the base of the gas spring with the
safety rod, and press down.
The screw holes on the base should align with the holes
on the bottom of the mount. 6 Using a 4 mm hex bit or hex wrench, secure the pin using the
4 Using a #2 Phillips screwdriver, secure the base of the gas screws and washers on both sides.
spring to the lower link of the mount using the included
screws .
Connecting the Upper Link of the Mount to the Steering
Servo Housing
1 Make sure that the data cable is accessible, and not
trapped by any part of the mount.
2 From the outside in, insert the bushings in the upper holes
on the steering servo housing.

NOTE: To properly secure the pin, you should use two hex
bits or wrenches so the pin does not rotate as you tighten the
screws.
Connecting the Motor to the Display Panel
NOTICE
You must connect the cable from the steering servo to the
display panel before proceeding further with assembly. If you do
not make this connection now, the unsecured cable may
damage the display panel when moving the mount.
1 Route the cable from the steering servo housing to the
display panel on the upper link of the mount.

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2 Push the connector onto the port on the display panel, and
rotate the locking ring clockwise to secure it. 4 Pull the rubber shields away from the power cable
NOTE: The connector is keyed to fit into the port one way connectors.
only, and will fit easily when aligned correctly. Do not force
the connector into the port.
Securing the Lower Gas Spring
1 Transition the trolling motor from the deployed to the stowed
position.
2 Align the hole on the base of the lower gas spring with the
safety rod , and press down.

5 Using a 10 mm socket, remove the nuts that secure the

power cable connectors.
6 Remove the power cable from the steering servo housing.
Reconnecting the Power Cable
If you are replacing the power cable, you must first remove the
existing power cable from the steering servo housingRemoving
You may need to lift up the mount and flip over the gas spring the Power Cable from the Steering Servo Housing, page 22.
if it was positioned on the other side of the mount during the
previous steps. 1 Pull the rubber shields away from the power cable
connectors.
NOTE: If you must rotate the gas spring so the base aligns
with the mount, rotate the spring in a clockwise direction only.
Rotating the gas spring in a counter-clockwise direction may
loosen the fittings.
3 Using a #2 Phillips screwdriver, secure the base of the lower
gas spring to the mount using the screws you removed when
disconnecting the gas spring .
Removing the Power Cable from the Steering Servo
Housing
Before you can remove the power cable from the steering servo
housing, you must remove the power and transducer cables
from the mount (Removing the Power and Transducer Cables
From the Mount, page 10).
1 Disconnect the upper link of the mount from the steering 2 Apply dielectric grease to the power cable connectors and
servo housing (Disconnecting the Upper Link of the Mount, bolts on the steering servo housing.
page 18).
3 Place the power cable connecters over the bolts on the
2 Pivot the upper link away from the steering servo housing. steering servo housing, with the red cable on the positive (+)
terminal, and the black cable on the negative (-) terminal.
4 Using a 10 mm socket, install the nuts that secure the
power cable connectors.
5 Tighten the nuts to 30 kgf-cm (26 lbf-in).
6 Pull the rubber shields down to cover the power cable
connectors.
7 Using a #2 Phillips screwdriver, install the bracket that
secures the power cable to the steering servo housing.
3 Using a #2 Phillips screwdriver, remove the bracket that
secures the power cable to the steering servo housing.

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 5 tighten the three screws to 20 kgf-cm (17.4 lbf-in)
6 Reconnect the power cable (Reconnecting the Power Cable,
page 22).
Removing the Coil Cable from the Shaft Cap
Before you can remove the coil cable from the shaft cap, you
must disconnect the cables in the shaft cap (Disconnecting the
Cables in the Shaft Cap, page 12).
1 Using a 36 mm or adjustable wrench, remove the plastic nut
on the coil-cable connector inside the shaft cap.

8 Tighten the screws to 5 kgf-cm (4.3 lbf-in).

9 Reconnect the upper link to the steering servo housing
(Reconnecting the Upper Link to the Mount Base, page 24).
Removing the Coil Cable from the Steering Servo
Housing
Before you can remove the coil cable, you must disconnect the
power cable from the steering servo housing (Removing the
Power Cable from the Steering Servo Housing, page 22).
1 Using a 4 mm hex bit or screwdriver, remove the three
screws that secure the coil cable block to the steering servo
housing.

2 Pull the coil cable out of the shaft cap to remove it.
Installing the Coil Cable in the Shaft Cap
1 Feed the cables from the existing or replacement coil cable
into the hole on the shaft cap.
2 Using the existing plastic nut or the nut provided with the
replacement coil cable, secure the coil-cable connector to the
shaft cap.

2 Pull the coil cable block away from the steering servo
housing to remove it.
CAUTION
The coil cable block connects to the PCB in the steering
servo housing. When removing the block take care to avoid
damaging the connector on the PCB.
Reconnecting the Coil Cable
1 If you are replacing the coil cable, remove the coil cable from
the shaft cap (Removing the Coil Cable from the Shaft Cap,
page 23).
2 If necessary, install the replacement coil cable in the shaft
cap (Installing the Coil Cable in the Shaft Cap, page 23). 3 Using a 36 mm or adjustable wrench, tighten the plastic nut
3 Place the coil cable block over the connector on the steering on the coil-cable connector inside the shaft cap
servo housing, and push it into place, taking care to avoid
Replacing the Display Panel
damaging the connector.
Before you can remove the display panel from the upper link of
the mount, you must disconnect the upper link of the mount from
the steering servo housing (Disconnecting the Upper Link of the
Mount, page 18).
1 Using a #0 Phillips screwdriver, remove the position sensor
from the upper link of the mount.

4 Using a 4 mm hex bit or screwdriver, insert and tighten the

three screws to secure the coil cable block to the steering
servo housing.

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2 Open the cable clips to remove the position-sensor cable. 2 Place a plastic washer that you removed with the original
3 Pinch the tabs on the side of the display panel, and push it upper link or a washer supplied with the replacement upper
out of the upper link from the back. link between the upper link and the mount base.
NOTE: Replacement plastic washers may have adhesive on
one side. If your washers have adhesive, you can stick them
to the mount base to make installing the bolts easier.
3 Push one of the bolts with a plastic bushing through the
upper link and washer, and using an 8 mm hex bit or wrench,
screw it into the mount base.
4 Repeat the previous step on the other side of the mount.
5 Tighten the bolts to 55 Nm (40.5 lbf-ft.).
Removing the Lower Link from the Mount Base
Before you can remove the lower link from the mount base, you
must remove the steering servo from the mount (Removing the
Steering Servo from the Mount, page 18).
1 Rotate the lower link up so you can access the latching
mechanism spring.
4 Install the replacement display panel by placing it in the
upper link from the front and pushing until it snaps into place.
5 Using a #0 Phillips screwdriver, secure the position sensor to
the mount.
6 Route the position sensor cable through the cable clips and
snap them closed to secure the cable.
Removing the Upper Link from the Mount Base
Before you can remove the upper link from the mount base, you
must disconnect the upper link from the steering servo housing
(Disconnecting the Upper Link of the Mount, page 18).
1 Using an 8 mm hex bit or wrench, loosen the two bolts that
secure the upper link to the mount base.

2 Using needle-nose pliers, disconnect the spring from the

hook on the base of the gas spring.
3 Using a #2 Phillips screwdriver, remove the pin covers from
the sides of the mount base.

TIP: The bolts that secure the upper link to the mount base
are fastened very securely at the factory. You may need to
use a ratchet to hold the 8 mm hex bit to provide the leverage
needed to loosen these bolts. 4 Push the pin out from one side and pull to remove it from the
2 Remove the bolts, bushings, and washers from both sides of mount base.
the upper link. 5 Lift up to remove the lower link from the mount base.
Reconnecting the Upper Link to the Mount Base Replacing the Locking Mechanism in the Lower Link
1 Place the plastic bushings over the bolts you removed Before you can replace the locking mechanism in the lower link,
with the original upper link, or over the two bolts supplied with you must remove the lower link from the mount base (Removing
the replacement upper link. the Lower Link from the Mount Base, page 24).

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1 If it is still connected, remove the pull cable from the latching 4 Push the pin into the mount base, feeding it through one
mechanism (Removing the Pull Cable, page 10). side of the lower link and shaft stabilizer.
2 Using a pair of needle-nose pliers, remove the pins that
secure the latch bars to the central rod.

5 Holding the spring hook towards the lower link, place the
upper gas spring arm into the shaft stabilizer, and push
the pin the rest of the way through all of the parts, until it is
flush with the sides of the mount base.

CAUTION
6 Using a #2 Phillips screwdriver, install the pin covers on
the sides of the mount base.
Take note of the orientation of the latch pins prior to removing
them. Installing the latch pins incorrectly may cause damage. 7 Rotate the lower link up so you can access the latching
mechanism.
3 Slide the central rod out of either end of the lower link. 8 Using needle-nose pliers, connect the spring from the
latching mechanism to the hook on the base of the gas
spring.

4 Slide the two latch bars out of the lower link.

CAUTION
Take note of the orientation of the latch bars prior to
removing them. Installing the latch bars incorrectly may
cause damage.
5 Apply a silicon-based lubricating grease to the replacement
latch bars.
6 Insert the replacement latch bars into the lower link, with the
rounded ends of the latch bars facing the hinge end of the
lower link.
9 Install the steering servo on the mount (Connecting the
7 Insert the replacement rod into either end of the lower link, Steering Servo to the Mount, page 20).
feeding it through the holes in the two latch bars.
8 Reinstall the pins to secure the latch bars to the central rod. Replacing the Mount Base
1 Remove the steering servo from the mount (Removing the
Reconnecting the Lower Link to the Mount Base Steering Servo from the Mount, page 18).
1 If necessary, install the bushings
in the mount base from 2 Remove the upper link from the mount base (Removing the
the inside. Upper Link from the Mount Base, page 24).
3 Remove the lower link from the mount base (Removing the
Lower Link from the Mount Base, page 24).
4 Uninstall the fasteners that secure the mount base to the
boat.
5 Secure the replacement mount base to the deck of the boat,
replacing the existing mounting hardware if necessary.
6 Install the lower link on the mount base (Reconnecting the
Lower Link to the Mount Base, page 25).
7 Install the upper link on the mount base (Reconnecting the
Upper Link to the Mount Base, page 24).
8 Install the steering servo on the mount (Connecting the
Steering Servo to the Mount, page 20).
Replacing the Mount Shrouds
2 Insert the lower gas spring assembly into the lower link , 1 Using a 4 mm hex bit or wrench, remove the screws that
with the shaft stabilizer pointing toward the front of the lower secure the mount shrouds to the mount base.
link.
3 Insert the combined lower link and lower gas spring into the
mount base .

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 Removing the Electronics Cover
If you are planning to remove the PCB for service, before you
remove the electronics cover, you must remove the steering
servo from the mount (Removing the Steering Servo from the
Mount, page 18) and remove the shaft from the steering servo
(Removing the Shaft from the Steering Servo, page 13).
1 Using a #1 Philips screwdriver, remove the eight screws that
secure the electronics cover to the steering servo housing.
2 Secure the replacement shrouds to the mount base using the
screws provided with the replacement shrouds.
Replacing the Mount Rails
Before you can replace the mount rails, you must remove the
shrouds from the mount base (Replacing the Mount Shrouds,
page 25).
1 Slide the two mount rails off of the mount base.

NOTE: The screws are not secured to the electronics cover.

2 Slide the replacement rails onto the mount base. Take care when removing the cover because the screws are
3 Reinstall the shrouds. loose and may fall out.
Replacing the Mount Bumper 2 Lift the cover up and away from the steering servo housing.
1 Using a 4 mm hex bit or wrench, remove the two screws that Replacing the Antenna Module
secure the mount bumper to the mount base.
Before you can replace the antenna module, you must remove
the electronics cover.
1 Disconnect the coax cable on the antenna module from
the connector on the PCB.

2 Install the replacement mount bumper, and secure it to the

mount base using the screws provided with the replacement
part.
Replacing the Stow Support
1 Using a 4 mm hex bit or wrench, remove the screws securing
the stow support to the mount base.
NOTICE
The coax cable and connector are very fragile. Use extreme
care when removing and reconnecting this cable to the PCB.
2 Pull the antenna module off of the steering servo housing.
The module is secured with double-sided tape.
3 Remove the green tape that holds the coax cable to the
antenna module.
This tape is required during reassembly.
4 Clean the surface with isopropyl alcohol and allow it to dry.
5 Remove the liner from the double-sided tape on the bottom of
the replacement antenna module.
6 Route the coax cable under the small clip on the bottom of
the antenna module and secure it to the steering servo
2 Install the replacement stow support using the screws housing.
provided with the replacement part.

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7 Connect the coax cable on the antenna module to the PCB.
8 Use the tape you removed from the original antenna module
to hold the coax cable to the replacement module.
9 Reinstall the electronics cover (Reinstalling the Electronics
Cover, page 27).
Replacing the GPS Antenna
Before you can replace the GPS antenna, you must remove the NOTICE
electronics cover (Removing the Electronics Cover, page 26). The cables and connectors are very fragile. Use extreme
care when disconnecting and reconnecting these cables to
NOTICE the PCB.
Removing the GPS antenna damages the antenna, and it can
5 Using a 29 mm wrench or socket, remove the nut on the
no longer be used. Remove the antenna only if you have tested electronics connector .
it with a working antenna first.
1 Disconnect the coax cable on the GPS antenna from the
connector on the PCB.

6 Remove the PCB by lifting it up and out of the steering servo

housing .
2 Using a flat screwdriver, pry up on the GPS antenna to
remove it from the steering servo housing. 7 Check the replacement PCB to make sure a gasket is
installed on the circular connector that feeds through the
3 Discard the GPS antenna, because it cannot be used after steering servo housing.
removing it from the housing.
If a gasket is not present, you should install the gasket from
4 Clean the surface with rubbing alcohol, and allow it to dry. the original PCB on the connector of the replacement PCB.
5 Remove the liner from the double-sided tape on the bottom of 8 Place the replacement PCB into the steering servo housing,
the replacement GPS antenna, and secure it to the housing. feeding the electronics connector through the hole .
6 Route the coax cable along the channel in the housing, and 9 Secure the replacement PCB to the steering servo housing
connect it to the PCB. using the nut you removed in the previous step.
Replacing the PCB 10 Reconnect the three wiring harnesses and the two coax
1 Remove the coil cable from the steering servo housing cables to the PCB.
(Removing the Coil Cable from the Steering Servo Housing, 11 Place the tape you removed from the original PCB over the
page 23). connectors on the replacement PCB.
2 Open the electronics cover (Removing the Electronics Cover, 12 Reinstall the electronics cover (Reinstalling the Electronics
page 26). Cover, page 27).
3 Carefully remove the green tape covering the connectors.
Reinstalling the Electronics Cover
This tape is required during reassembly. 1 If necessary, replace the rubber seal on the bottom of the
4 Disconnect the three wiring harnesses and two coax cables electronics cover.
from the PCB. 2 Place the electronics cover on the steering servo housing.

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 NOTICE
3 Using a #1 Phillips screwdriver, secure the electronics cover Do not clamp the top of the housing to the bench or table to
to the steering servo housing using the eight screws you support it. Clamping the housing may damage the coating or
removed with the cover. bend the housing.
4 Tighten the screws to 7 kgf-cm (6.1 lbf-in). 2 Using a #2 Phillips screwdriver, remove the clip that secures
Opening the Steering Servo Housing the motor cable to the housing.
1 Remove the shaft from the steering servo (Removing the 3 Using a #2 Phillips screwdriver, remove the three screws ,
Shaft from the Steering Servo, page 13). metal washers , and rubber washers that secure the
2 Remove the steering servo from the mount (Removing the steering servo motor to the housing.
Steering Servo from the Mount, page 18).
3 Remove the depth-adjustment collar (Removing the Depth-
Adjustment Collar, page 13).
4 Remove the electronics cover (Removing the Electronics
Cover, page 26).
5 Remove the PCB (Replacing the PCB, page 27).
6 Using a #3 Phillips screwdriver, remove the two screws
and washers on the top of the steering servo housing.

NOTICE
The key is not fixed to the shaft of the steering servo motor,
and may fall out when you remove the motor from the metal
drive gear. Take care to save this key.

These two screws and washers are hidden by the electronics

cover when fully assembled.
7 Using a 6 mm hex bit or wrench, remove the four hex bolts
and nylon washers on the top of the steering servo housing.
8 Turn over the steering servo housing.
9 Lift up carefully and evenly on the base of the steering servo
housing to separate the two parts. 4 Lift up on the steering servo motor to remove it from the
Removing the Steering Servo Motor housing.
Before you can remove the steering servo motor, you must open The metal drive gear and the plastic position sensor gear
the steering servo housing (Opening the Steering Servo should remain in the housing after you remove the motor,
Housing, page 28). because they are not secured to the motor shaft.
1 Support the top of the steering servo housing on the edge of NOTE: Because of the lubricating grease, the metal drive
a bench or a table and not on the top of the shaft carrier gear may pull out of the housing when you remove the motor.
when removing the steering servo motor. If it does remain connected to the motor, you can pull the
drive gear off of the motor shaft.

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Reinstalling the Steering Servo Motor 7 Close the steering system housing (Closing the Steering
Before you can reinstall or replace the steering servo motor, you Servo Housing, page 30).
must reinstall the shaft carrier and gears (Reinstalling the Shaft
Removing the Shaft Carrier and Gears
Carrier and Gears, page 29).
Before you can remove the shaft carrier and gears, you must
1 If necessary, place the key into the shaft on the steering remove the steering servo motor (Removing the Steering Servo
servo motor. Motor, page 28).
Complete an action:
• To remove the shaft carrier , lift straight up on the shaft
carrier using even pressure.
• To remove the drive gear , lift up on the drive gear.
• To remove the position sensor gear , lift up on the
position sensor gear.

2 Place the metal drive gear onto the shaft of the existing or
replacement steering servo motor, fitting the key on the shaft
into the gear.
It is easier to place the gear on the motor shaft before placing
it into the housing.
3 Place the existing or replacement steering servo motor into
the top of the steering servo housing, fitting the metal gear
onto the position sensor bracket.

Reinstalling the Shaft Carrier and Gears

1 Apply a light layer of silicone grease to the black rubber seal
around the shaft-carrier opening in the steering servo
housing.
2 Place the shaft carrier into the upper steering servo housing.
3 Place the plastic gear into the hole on the steering position
sensor bracket near the edge of the steering servo housing.

NOTE: You should support the top of the steering system

housing on the edge of a bench or table and not on the top of
the shaft carrier when reinstalling or replacing the steering
servo motor

4 Generously apply silicone grease to the gear on the shaft

carrier.
5 Apply silicone grease to metal drive gear , but do not place
it into the steering position sensor bracket.
It is easier to first install the metal drive gear on the steering
servo motor when reinstalling the motor.
6 Reinstall the steering servo motor (Reinstalling the Steering
4 Secure the existing or replacement steering servo motor to Servo Motor, page 29)
the top of the steering servo housing using the three original Replacing the Steering Position Sensor
screws, metal, and rubber washers or the new hardware
Before you can replace the steering position sensor, you must
provided with the replacement motor.
remove the shaft carrier and gears (Removing the Shaft Carrier
5 Tighten the three screws to 10 kgf-cm (8.7 lbf-in). and Gears, page 29).
6 Using a #2 Phillips screwdriver, install the existing or 1 Using a #2 Phillips screwdriver, remove the three screws and
replacement clip that secures the motor cable to the housing. the steering position sensor from the steering servo housing.

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2 Install the replacement steering position sensor using the
screws provided with the replacement part.
3 Tighten the screws to 10 kgf-cm (8.7 lbf-in)
4 Reinstall the shaft carrier and gears (Reinstalling the Shaft
Carrier and Gears, page 29).
Closing the Steering Servo Housing
1 Apply a light layer of silicone grease to the black rubber seal
around the shaft-carrier opening in the steering servo
housing.

2 Set the top of the steering servo housing on a table or

workbench with the shaft carrier and servo motor pointing up.
3 Make sure the gasket is installed in the groove around the
perimeter of the upper steering servo housing.
4 Place the bottom of the steering servo housing over the shaft
carrier, and lower it onto the top of the steering servo
housing.
NOTE: You may need to start by connecting the back parts
of the housing first, and rotate the front of the housing into
place.
5 Keeping the steering servo housing upside down, install one
or two of the screws to hold the parts together.
6 Turn the steering servo housing over, and install the rest of
the screws.
7 Tighten all of the screws to 50 kgf-cm (43.4 lbf-in).
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