Mercury Force 9.9, 15HP Outboards Service Manual, Page 203Get this manual
AS NEEDED 8Install stern brackets
Position stern brackets on swivel bracketInstall pivot bolt (AI, last ic washer (8)large metal washer (C), small metal washer (0) and lock nut (E)NOTE: Do not fully tighten In stall carrying handle (F) with tapered side outT orque pivot bolt nut to 125 (13.9 Nm )