Removing Jet Drive From Boat - Mercury 200 OptiMax Jet Drive Service Manual

Pump Unit
Tube Ref No.
Loctite 242 Threadlocker
66
Description
Trim plate screws
10. Install the nozzle assembly and anode. Apply Loctite 271 Threadlocker to the threads of the screws. Tighten the screws to
the specified torque.
Tube Ref No.
Loctite 271 Threadlocker
7
Description
Nozzle assembly and anode screws
11. Attach the shift and steering cables. Refer to Section 1D.

Removing Jet Drive from Boat

1. Remove the powerhead. Refer to Section 4A - Powerhead Removal from the Pump Unit.
2. Disconnect the shift and steering cables from the reverse gate and rudder. Remove the cable adapters and bellows
assemblies. Loosen the shift and steering cables at the wear ring.
3. Loosen the shift and steering cable through‑the‑hull fittings.
IMPORTANT: The pump unit must be supported to prevent it from dropping through the opening when the remaining fasteners
are removed.
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Description
Description
b
Where Used
Trim plate screws
a
b
c
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Where Used
Nozzle assembly and anode screws
a
Nm lb‑in.
8.5 75
a - Screw (M10 x 35) (2)
b - Screw (M10 x 45) (2)
c - Anode
Nm lb‑in.
47
a - Shift cable
b - Steering cable
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Part No.
92-809821
lb‑ft
Part No.
92-809819
lb‑ft
35