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360SS Dash Refit


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Re: 360SS Dash Refit

Postby Carverlvr2 » March 14th, 2026, 11:30 pm

I have the same shift/throttles too. They’re Volvo Penta’s and are covered in the engine manuals iirc.

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Re: 360SS Dash Refit

Postby Alanna Mo Cree » March 15th, 2026, 1:50 pm

Yes, the throttles are covered on pages 35 and 36 of the Volvo Operator's Manual. The manual doesn't include much information about installation or adjustment, but mechanical linkage/cable throttles are all pretty much adjusted the same. I would share a link, but I don't remember where I got the manual from. :blush:

From the manual...
The shift function and engine speed control are combined in one lever. The shift function can be simply disengaged so
that only engine speed is affected. The Volvo Penta controls are available for top or side mounting. The control levers
have an adjustable friction brake. A neutral position switch, available as an accessory, allows the engine to be started
with the drive disengaged.
Your boat may be equipped with remote controls other than those described above. If Volvo Penta controls are not used,
ask your selling dealer for operating instructions for the remote control used in your boat since operation and function
may differ from Volvo Penta remote controls.

Controls

Maneuvering
Shifting and engine speed are controlled with the same
lever (1).
N Neutral position. Drive/reverse gear disengaged
F Drive/reverse gear engaged for forward movement
(ahead).
R Drive/reverse gear engaged for backward movement
(astern).
T Engine speed control.

Disengaging the Shift Function
Move lever (1) to the neutral position (N). Press in button
(2), move the lever slightly forward and release button. The
shift function is now disengaged and the lever affects only
engine speed. When the lever is moved back to the neutral
position it will automatically re-engage.
Caution!
Take care not to engage the transmission by
mistake.

Adjustment of Friction Brake
The friction brake affects only engine speed adjustment.
Adjust with the lever in the throttle half open position
(forward/reverse).
• Remove the cover over the control. For side
mounted controls the lever must first be
removed.
• Adjust the friction brake by turning the screw at
the arrow (see figure).

• Turn clockwise (+) for more friction and counter-
clockwise (-) for less friction.

• Reinstall the cover and lever.
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Re: 360SS Dash Refit

Postby KyleR » March 15th, 2026, 2:51 pm

Thanks so much! I was hoping the manual would give more details about adjustments, but at least now I know what brand I am dealing with! Sorry if I sidetracked your dash refit thread! :blush:
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