Engine Mounts; Propellers; Bravo Sterndrive Propeller Removal - Mercury 2.8 Diesel Operation & Maintenance Manual

Tighten the gimbal ring U‑bolt nuts to the specified torque.
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Description
Gimbal ring U‑bolt nuts for 7/16 in. U‑bolt

Engine Mounts

Loosen the rear engine mount bolts 1 to 1‑1/2 turns. Retorque the rear engine mount bolts.
Description
Rear engine mounts

Propellers

Bravo Sterndrive Propeller Removal

Rotating propellers can cause serious injury or death. Never operate the boat out of the water with a propeller installed.
Before installing or removing a propeller, place the drive unit in neutral and engage the lanyard stop switch to prevent the
engine from starting. Place a block of wood between the propeller blade and the anti‑ventilation plate.
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a - Transom assembly
b - Gimbal ring U‑bolt nuts
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a - Rear engine mount
b - Transom plate mount
c - Rear engine mount bolt
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Section 4 - Maintenance
Nm lb‑in.
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Nm lb. in. lb. ft.
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lb‑ft
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