Mercury 40 Service Manual page 482

6. Inspect forward gear tapered bearing and race for rust, roughness or excessive wear
(looseness).
7. If bearing is in serviceable condition, DO NOT remove bearing from gear, as removal
process will damage bearing.
8. If bearing must be replaced, remove bearing from gear using Universal Puller Plate
(91-37241) and suitable mandrel.
9. Replace bearing and race as a set. Use suitable mandrel to press bearing onto gear.
PRESS ONLY ON INNER RACE when installing bearing.
a -
b -
a -
90-828631R3 MARCH 1999
REMOVAL
Universal Puller Plate (91-37241)
Mandrel (15/16 in. socket)
INSTALLATION
Mandrel (1-1/8 in. socket)
b
a
a
NON-BIGFOOT GEAR HOUSING
91-37241
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