1999 "EE" Evinrude 200, 225 V6 FFI Outboards Service Manual, P/N 787025, Page 13Get this manual
Cable and Hose Information Your boat must have the correct length control cablesThe correct length is essential since the cables form the required 12 in(30 cm) diameter loop in front of the engineFor boat measuring procedure for determining cable length to outboard centerline, refer to the chart in OMC Remote Control InstructionsUse dimensions in Figure No to determine length from outboard centerline to engine connection (ie50 in (127 cm) for control cables} Important
Move control handle to FORWARD gear, idle speed, to retract both control cable guidesHold the cables parallel to transommeasure the 50 in(127 cm) distance from end of control cable guides, and mark location with tapeLayout cable and hose lengthsLeave the fuel line and speedom eter hose separate from the electrical cables and hosesThe primer bulb must be accessible for priming and the fuel hose kept short to help prevent heat soak