Mercury Optimax 115 Service Manual page 425

LEFT HAND NON-RATCHETING
Clutch Actuator Rod
CLEANING AND INSPECTION
1. Clean clutch actuator rod in solvent and dry with compressed air.
2. Inspect actuator components for wear or damage. Replace components as required.
Forward Gear and Bearing Adapter
DISASSEMBLY/CLEANING/INSPECTION
1. Remove forward gear from bearing adapter.
2. Inspect forward gear clutch teeth for signs of wear. If clutch teeth are worn, sliding
clutch should be replaced also.
3. Inspect forward gear teeth for full tooth contact, chips, pits and signs of rust. If forward
gear teeth are damaged, pinion gear must be inspected and replaced if necessary.
4. Inspect forward gear hub for signs of pitting, rust, scoring or discoloration (blueing)
due to lack of lubricant.
5. Remove thrust bearing and spacer shim. Inspect thrust bearing for pits, rust, or discol-
oration (blueing) due to lack of lubricant.
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b
c
Forward Gear
Forward Gear Clutch Teeth
Forward Gear Teeth
Forward Gear Hub
Thrust Bearing
f - Thrust Washer
Spacer Shim
a
d
e
f
g
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90-855347R1 JANUARY 1999