Hard to steer, can i oil or grease unit

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roscoe

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I/o or outboard? Rotary or rack? Power steering?

You can certainly grease a rotary or rack system for an outboard.
Can't do anything with the cable. If its binding, its time to replace it.

I/o and power steering systems can be a bit more involved.
 
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Chris1956

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First you need to determine if the steering system is hard to operate or the motor is hard to swivel.
 
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cwella

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Yes, but it depends on the steering type.

Cable steering: Grease the tilt tube and cable end with marine grease. Do not oil the cable itself.
Hydraulic steering: Do not grease; check and top up with the correct hydraulic fluid.

Avoid WD-40 as a long-term lubricant.
 
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