Mercury 45 Jet 50-55 Service Manual page 444

7. If removed previously, re-install seal (a) and plate (b).
8. Install gasket (a) and face plate (b).
IMPORTANT: If the old impeller is re-used, install in the
original (clockwise) direction of rotation.
9. Install drive key (a) and impeller (b).
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b
a
51268
b
a
51293
b
a
51292
10. Lubricate I.D. of cover with Quicksilver Needle Bearing
Assembly Lubricant (P/N 92-42649A1). Install gasket
(a) with bead (b) towards cover.
11. Rotate driveshaft clockwise and push cover down. Se-
cure cover.
d
c
b
c
a - Cover
b - Isolators, (Design 1) Note: 2 isolators for forward screws are
different from remaining 4 isolators
c - Washers (6)
d - Bolts (6); Apply Loctite on threads and torque to 60 lb. in.
(6.8 N·m).
NOTE: Torque cover screws as shown.
1
4
b
51290
a
d
c
d
d
b
b
51275
3
5
6
2
51271
LOWER UNIT - 6A-23
a
c