BRP EVINRUDE E-TEC 115 HP 2011 Service Manual page 271

Gearcase Installation
WARNING
During service, the outboard may drop
unexpectedly. Avoid
always support the outboard's weight with
a suitable hoist or the tilt support bracket
during service.
NOTICE
Before installing gearcase, shift rod
adjustment MUST be checked. Refer to SHIFT
ROD ADJUSTMENT on p. 274.
Coat the driveshaft splines with Moly Lube. DO
NOT coat top surface of the driveshaft because
lubricant may prevent seating of the driveshaft in
the crankshaft.
Apply Adhesive 847 to the lower exhaust housing
seals' inner surfaces. Place two new seals on the
housing. Apply Triple-Guard grease to the seals'
outer surfaces and place the housing on the gear-
case.
1. Lower exhaust seals
personal injury;
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GEARCASE REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
Slide the gearcase into place, making sure:
•
Driveshaft engages the crankshaft.
•
Water tube enters the water pump.
•
Lower inner exhaust housing installs correctly.
•
Shift rod does not turn and is positioned prop-
erly in the shift rod lever below the crankcase.
Some outboard models include hollow alignment
pins between the exhaust housing and gearcase.
If outboard is not equipped with alignment pins,
use Gearcase Alignment Kit, P/N 5007231, to
accurately align gearcase housing to exhaust
housing. Position alignment bolts (2) as indicated.
Alignment Bolt(s)
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1. Position of alignment bolts (2)
IMPORTANT:
Replace alignment bolts with
mounting screws after all other gearcase mount-
ing screws are installed.
WARNING
Failure to properly
screws with a torque wrench could lead to
gearcase damage or loss, resulting in loss
of control and possible personal injury.
Screw torque should be checked regu-
larly, especially in high-speed applica-
tions, or any time propeller damage has
occurred.
GEARCASE
005401
005402
tighten gearcase
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