Throttle cable hook up

Basspro85

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I have a 1986 25 hp mercury just bought it and it didn't come with the remote. I'm using my old remote and cables. Problem is after installing it starts and idles really fast and when moved into gear it idles down and goes slower. Seems like something is hooked up backwards?
 

Silvertip

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You probably have the throttle and shift cables reversed at the engine.
 
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