GEARCASE
WATER PUMP
WATER PUMP
Disassembly
Remove the gearcase from the exhaust housing.
Refer to "REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION" on
page 201.
Loosen four (4) nuts and the washers, then
remove the impeller housing.
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1. Impeller housing
2. Nuts (4)
Remove the impeller, the impeller key, the impel-
ler housing plate, and the gasket under the plate.
Keep the key for reuse, but discard the gasket.
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1. Impeller housing plate
2. Impeller
3. Impeller key
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Inspection
Check the impeller for overheating, hub separa-
tion, and visible signs of wear or damage.
Check the plate and inside the housing for scor-
ing, distortion, and impeller material transfer.
Check the housing for cracks or melting.
1. Impeller housing
2. Impeller
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3. Impeller housing plate
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