INSTRUCTIONS Outboard Engines

Instruction for Connecting the Mechanical Control Module Conversion

(MCM) Box to Non-BRP Branded Remote Controls

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For safety reasons, this kit must be installed by an

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DO NOT perform any work until you have readand understood these instructions completely.

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Unless otherwise specified, engine must be OFF(not running) when performing this work.

Always be aware of parts that can move, such asflywheels, propellers, etc.

Some components may be HOT. Always wait forengine to cool down before performing work.

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Non-BRP branded mechanical remote controlscan be used with the MCM Conversion Box andconnected to Evinrude E-TEC G2 74° V6 (3.4 L)outboards.

Use these instructions for the procedure to installremote control cables to the MCM ConversionBox.

Yamaha, Suzuki, and Honda Remote Controls:Use the existing SAE (or OEM brand) controlcables.

Mercury Remote Controls: Replace the existingcontrol cables with Teleflex 3300 type (SAE) con-trol cables. Assemble Cable Adapter Kit,P/N 778566, to the control box end of the SAEcables. Use the instructions included with the kit.

Control Cable Installation Verify the proper direction of the control cabletravel.• Shift pulls IN to engage FORWARD gear• Throttle pushes OUT to open the throttle

Attach Cable Adapter Kit, P/N 778563, to theengine-end of the SAE cables. Use the instruc-tions included with the kit.

IMPORTANT: Connect the throttle cable to thethrottle half of the MCM box. Connect the shift ca-ble to the shift half of the MCM box. Do NOT crossthe cables.

Yamaha, Suzuki, and Honda Remote Controls:Assemble the shift and throttle control cables tothe MCM box trunnion pocket at the #2 “centerpoint” of the cable anchor.

Mercury Remote Controls: Assemble the shiftand throttle control cables to the MCM trunnionpocket at the #3 “end point” of the cable anchor.

Shift the remote control to the FORWARD geardetent.

On both the shift and throttle halves of the MCMbox, align the short rib of the slider to the edge ofthe metal slide rail. Retain the slider in this posi-tion.

1. Anchor point for Yamaha, Suzuki, or Honda controls

2. Anchor point for Mercury controls

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1. Short rib of the slider2. Edge of the metal slide rail

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All Remote ControlsAdjust the clevis of the cable until the hole alignswith the slider pin.

Asemble the clevis to the pin with the washer andclip.

Assemble the cable anchor retainer and screw.

Move the remote control lever to the FORWARDgear wide open throttle position. The edge of thethrottle slider must align with the hole in the throt-tle side of the MCM box. Adjust the clevis of thethrottle cable to achieve this alignment.

Move the remote control lever to the REVERSEgear idle position. The edge of the shift slider mustalign with the hole in the shift side of the MCMbox. Adjust the clevis of the shift cable to achievethis alignment.

1. Clevis2. Slider pin

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1. Washer2. Clip

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1. Retainer2. Screw

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Throttle Side of MCM Box1. Edge of throttle slider2. Hole

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Shift Side of MCM Box1. Edge of shift slider2. Hole

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Move the remote control lever to the REVERSEwide open throttle position. The edge of the throt-tle slider will align to the position shown.

NOTE: It is normal for reverse throttle to have areduced stroke length.

Move the remote control lever to the NEUTRALidle position.

Use the instructions included with the MCM kit toassemble the halves of the box and complete theinstallation into the vessel.

Throttle Side of MCM Box1. Edge of throttle slider

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