1997+ Mercury 35/40HP 2 Cylinder Outboards Service Manual PN 90-826148R2, Page 42Get this manual
Throttle Cable Installation 1Position remote control into neutral
4C heck throttle cable adjustment as follows: aShift outboard into ge ar few times to activate the throttle linkageMake sure to rotate the propeller shaft while shifting into reverse
2Install cable to the throttle leverS ecure with retainer
bR eturn remote control to neutralPlace thin piece of paper betwe en throttle arm and idle stopAdjustment is correct when the paper can be removed without te aring, but has some drag on itR adjust cable barrel if necessaryaThrottle ableetainer