merc/force steering problem

Grouper Lar

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when the boat was new, it came with a force. I now have a merc.

my problem is the steering cable. Looking forward, on the starboard side of the engine where the nut attaches to the engine (looks like a double nut) the flange/sleeve has separated from the nut.

is this fixable, or do I need a new cable? this cable is only a few years old and moves freely to turn. have maintained it with lithium.
 
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