Mercury Mariner 9.9HP, 15HP 4-Stroke Outboards OEM Service & Repair Manual
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B
TILLER HANDLE
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ATTACHMENTS/CONTROL LINKAGE
Section 7B – Tiller Handle
Table of Contents
Tiller Handle 7B-2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Throttle Cable/Linkage Installation and
Adjustment 7B-4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Throttle Cables 7B-4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Side Shift Models 7B-4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Throttle Cables 7B-6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Front Shift Models 7B-6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Linkage 7B-8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Preparing Tiller Handle Assembly for
Removal 7B-11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tiller Handle Assembly Removal 7B-11 . . . . . . . . . . .
Tiller Handle Disassembly 7B-11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cleaning/Inspection/Repair 7B-15 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tiller Handle Reassembly 7B-16 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tiller Handle Installation 7B-20 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Following Tiller Handle Installation 7B-20 . . . . . . . . . .
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2-4-C w/Teflon (92-850736A1)
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Tiller Handle
REF
TORQUE
REF .
NO.
QTY. DESCRIPTION lb-in. lb-ft Nm
– 1 TILLER HANDLE ASSEMBLY (BLACK)
– 1 TILLER HANDLE ASSEMBLY (GRAY)
1 1 COVER
2 1 PULLEY
3 1 CASE
4 1 SCREW (10-16 x 1/2) Drive Tight
5 2 THROTTLE CABLE
6 1 SLEEVE
7 1 STEERING HANDLE ARM
8 2 BOLT (M5 x 16) 70 8
9 1 BOLT (M5 x 16) 50 5.6
10 1 KNOB-Throttle Friction
11 1 SPRING
12 1 LOCK-Throttle Friction
13 1 BOLT (M6 x 25) Hand Tight
14 1 TILLER TUBE
15 1 DECAL
16 1 THROTTLE HANDLE
17 1 GRIP
18 1 STOP SWITCH
19 1 RETAINER
20 2 BUSHING
21 2 WASHER
22 1 WAVE WASHER
23 1 WASHER
24 1 BRACKET-Steering Arm
25 2 BOLT (M10 X 80) 32.5 44
26 1 PLATE
27 1 SWITCH HOUSING
28 1
CLIP ELECTRIC HANDLE
29 1 SWITCH
30 1 DECAL-Start
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Throttle Cable/Linkage Installation and Adjustment
Throttle Cables
SIDE SHIFT MODELS
1. Rotate the tiller twist grip to full counterclockwise position.
a
a- Wide Open Throttle Position
2. Rotate pulley to align the pointer with the match mark on the bracket as shown below.
b
a
a- Pulley Pointer
b- Match Mark
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3. Install longest cable barrel into anchor “a”.
4. Wrap longest cable into inner groove around top side of pulley. Place cable jacket into
upper anchor bracket.
a
c
b
a- Anchor “a”
b- Cable Jacket
c- Upper Anchor Bracket
5. Rotate tiller twist grip to full clockwise (idle) position.
6. Install remaining barrel into anchor “b”.
7. Place remaining cable into outer groove, wrap around to bottom side of pulley. Place
cable jacket into lower anchor bracket.
a
b
c
d
a- Remaining Cable
b- Anchor “b”
c- Cable Jacket
d- Lower Anchor Bracket
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8. Position locking tab washer into respective tab slot and hole.
a
c
b
a
a- Locking Tabs
b- Tab Slot
c- Tab Hole
9. Rotate throttle twist grip back to full counterclockwise (wide open throttle) position.
10. Adjust cable lengths using jam nuts to bring match marks into alignment, make adjust-
ments to lower cable first.
11. Remove slack in upper cable by adjusting upper jam nuts. DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN.
a
b
a- Upper Jam Nuts
b- Lower Jam Nuts
12. Rotate tiller throttle handle from idle to wide open throttle to idle again. Verify match
marks are in alignment [± 1/8″(3.175mm)]. Readjust jam nuts if marks are not aligned.
FRONT SHIFT MODELS
1. Rotate the tiller twist grip to full counterclockwise position.
a
a- Wide Open Throttle Position
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2. Rotate pulley to align the pointer with the match mark on the bracket as shown below.
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a
b
a- Pulley Pointer
b- Match Mark
3. Install longest cable/barrel into anchor “a”.
4. Wrap longest cable into inner groove around top side of pulley. Place cable jacket into
upper anchor bracket.
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a
b
c
a- Anchor “a”
b- Cable Jacket
c- Upper Anchor Bracket
5. Install remaining barrel into anchor “b”.
6. Place remaining cable into outer groove, wrap around to bottom side of pulley. Place
cable jacket into lower anchor bracket.
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a
b
c
d
a- Remaining Cable
b- Anchor “b”
c- Cable Jacket
d- Lower Anchor Bracket
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7. Position locking tab washers into respective tab slot and hole.
8. Adjust cable lengths using jam nuts to bring match marks into alignment, make adjust-
ments to lower cable first.
9. Remove slack in upper cable by adjusting upper jam nuts. DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN.
57013
56974
a
a
b
b
b
c
d
a- Locking Tab Washers
b- Tab Hole
c- Upper Jam Nuts
d- Lower Jam Nuts
Linkage
1. Turn idle speed screw counterclockwise until screw is not touching throttle shaft arm.
a
b
a- Idle Speed Screw
b- Throttle Shaft Arm
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2. Install throttle linkage on pulley and throttle barrel.
a
b
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c
a
a- Throttle Linkage
b- Throttle Barrel
c- Pulley
3. Check to make sure throttle linkage has free movement between throttle barrel and
pulley.
NOTE: The throttle arm should remain stationary while checking for free movement of
throttle linkage.
a
b
c
a- Throttle Barrel
b- Pulley
c- Throttle Arm
4. Move throttle linkage forward until linkage comes to rest on the pulley boss.
a
b
a- Throttle Linkage
b- Pulley Boss
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5. Tighten screw on throttle barrel to secure linkage.
NOTE: Over-tightening screw may damage throttle linkage.
NOTE: Check linkage for free movement on pulley. Verify throttle shaft arm in not sticking
and returns to idle position.
a
b
a- Screw
b- Linkage
6. Verify throttle arm does not hit the full throttle stop at wide open throttle. Gap between
stop and throttle arm should be no more than 0.1 in. (2.54 mm).
a
b
c
a- Throttle Stop
b- Throttle Arm
c- Approximately 0.1 in. (2.54 mm) Gap
7. Turn idle speed screw in (clockwise) until it touches the throttle shaft arm, then turn an
additional 1/2 turn for initial setting.
a
b
a- Idle Speed Screw
b- Throttle Shaft Arm
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Mercury Mariner 9.9HP, 15HP 4-Stroke Outboards OEM Service & Repair Manual
Models Covered:
- Mercury Mariner 9.9HP 4-Stroke (323cc)
- Mercury Mariner 15HP 4-Stroke (323cc)
- Mercury Mariner 9.9HP Bigfoot 4-Stroke (323cc)
- Mercury Mariner 15HP Bigfoot 4-Stroke (323cc)
Applicable Serial Numbers: 0G590000 and above (United States)
The Mercury Mariner 9.9HP, 15HP 4-Stroke Outboards OEM Service & Repair Manual provides factory-level service information for standard and Bigfoot 4-stroke models. Covering engines from serial number 0G590000 and up, this manual is essential for professional marine technicians, DIY owners, and anyone looking to maintain or repair these popular mid-range outboards.
With detailed service procedures, precise torque specifications, and clear illustrations, the manual allows you to perform everything from routine maintenance tasks to complex repairs with confidence. Whether you're servicing the carburetor, repairing the gear housing, or troubleshooting electrical systems, this manual ensures you have the correct information at every step.
Content Overview:
- General Information: Specifications, maintenance intervals, service basics, installation guidelines
- Electrical Systems: Ignition, charging, starting systems, timing adjustments, wiring diagrams
- Fuel System: Fuel pump maintenance, carburetor servicing, emission system components
- Powerhead: Cylinder head and crankcase service, oil pump overhaul
- Mid-Section: Steering components, exhaust passages, trim and tilt systems
- Lower Unit: Gearcase repair for standard and Bigfoot configurations
- Control Linkage & Attachments: Throttle and shift controls, tiller handle maintenance
- Manual Starter: Rope starter assembly and troubleshooting
Whether you're preparing for a season of boating or performing a full engine rebuild, this manual offers the trusted information needed to work efficiently and accurately. It’s the same service reference relied on by authorized Mercury dealers, now available for your personal workshop.
Printable: Yes
Language: English
Compatibility: Pretty much any electronic device, including PC & Mac computers, Android and Apple smartphones & tablets
Requirements: Adobe Reader (free)
