Section 5 - Maintenance
Propellers
Propeller Repair
Some damaged propellers can be repaired. Contact your authorized Mercury MerCruiser
dealer.
Vazer Propeller Removal
Rotating propellers can cause serious injury or death. Never operate the boat out of the
water with a propeller installed. Before installing or removing a propeller, place the drive
unit in neutral and engage the lanyard stop switch to prevent the engine from starting.
Place a block of wood between the propeller blade and the anti‑ventilation plate.
1. Straighten the bent tabs on the tab washer.
2. Place a wood block between the propeller blade and anti‑ventilation plate to prevent
rotation.
3. Turn the propeller shaft nut counterclockwise to remove the nut.
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Drive sleeve adapter
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