2001 Mercury Mariner 50-60HP Factory Service Manual, Page 59Get this manual
OUTBOARD MOTOR INSTALLATION
Steering Cable Seal
1Mark tilt tube 14 in(6.4 mm) from endInstall seal components2Thread cap to the mark14 in(6.4mm)
a14 in(6.4 mm) MarkPlastic SpacerO-Ring SealCap
Steering Link Rod
1Install steering link rod per illustration