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Trim and Sensor Settings Mercruiser Bravo Outdrive

The document provides detailed instructions for the installation and adjustment of trim position senders and trim limit switches for sterndrive units. It emphasizes the importance of proper alignment and adjustment to prevent damage and ensure safe operation. Additionally, it includes guidelines for inspecting and replacing gimbal bearings as part of the maintenance process.

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Trim and Sensor Settings Mercruiser Bravo Outdrive

The document provides detailed instructions for the installation and adjustment of trim position senders and trim limit switches for sterndrive units. It emphasizes the importance of proper alignment and adjustment to prevent damage and ensure safe operation. Additionally, it includes guidelines for inspecting and replacing gimbal bearings as part of the maintenance process.

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Trim Position Sender Installation Trim Position Sender Adjustment

1. Install trim position sender as follows: (Early and Later Styles)


a. Place sterndrive unit in the full DOWN/IN 1. Place drive unit in the full DOWN/IN position.
position.
2. Loosen trim position sender screws.
b. Turn center rotor of trim position sender to
align index mark with index mark on sender
body.

71218
71220
a - Index Marks a - Trim Position Sender
b - Screws
2. Install trim position sender. Ensure insulator slot
aligns with slot in sender. 3. Turn ignition key to the “RUN” position. DO NOT
START ENGINE.
4. Rotate sender until needle is at bottom of arc.

22175

a - Typical Trim Gauge


71220 b - Needle

a - Trim Position Sender


b - Screws (2) And Retainer (2)
5. Tighten screws and recheck gauge reading.

4A-10 - TRANSOM ASSEMBLY 90-12934--2 1097


Trim Limit Switch Installation Trim Limit Switch Adjustment
1. Align index marks on switch. ! WARNING
When adjusting trim limit switch, use extreme
care that engine is not started and keep clear of
area near propeller. Use care to prevent placing
hands in an area where injury could occur be-
cause of drive unit movement.

! CAUTION
Trim limit switch MUST BE adjusted exactly as
outlined. If switch is adjusted incorrectly, drive
unit could move out beyond the gimbal ring sup-
port flanges and cause damage to sterndrive
unit.
1. Loosen screws and turn trim limit switch clock-
71218 wise to end of slots.
a - Index Marks
2. Install trim limit switch.

71221
a - Screws
b - Slots

71221
2. Place drive unit in the full DOWN/IN position.
a - Screws, Washers And Retainers
3. Trim drive unit UP/OUT. Do not use trailer switch.

90-12934--2 1097 TRANSOM ASSEMBLY - 4A-11


4. Slowly turn trim limit switch counterclockwise un- Gimbal Bearing
til trim cylinders extend to dimension shown.
IMPORTANT: Gimbal bearing and carrier are a
matched set and must be replaced as an
assembly. Tolerance ring must be replaced
anytime gimbal bearing is removed.
INSPECTION
1. Remove sterndrive unit (Refer to Section 2A).
2. Reach through bell housing and rotate gimbal
bearing to check for rough spots. Push and pull
on inner race to check for side wear. Any
excessive movement or roughness is cause for
replacement.
REMOVAL
! CAUTION
Do not remove gimbal bearing unless
71221 replacement is necessary, as damage to bearing
a - Rotate Counterclockwise To Adjust may result during removal.
1. Remove gimbal bearing assembly using tools as
shown.

50464
b - 21-3/4 in. " 1/4 in. (554 mm " 6 mm)

23151
a - Puller Shaft (91-31229)*
b - Nut (11-24156)*
c - Washer (12-34961)*
d - Plates (2) (91-29310)
e - Slide Hammer Puller
f - Gimbal Bearing Inner Race
g - Gimbal Bearing Carrier
* From Bearing Removal And Installation Tool 91-31229A5

4A-12 - TRANSOM ASSEMBLY 90-12934--2 1097

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