Bravo Three Propeller Removal - MerCruiser Sterndrive 4.3 MPI User Manual

IMPORTANT: If reusing tab washer, carefully inspect tabs for cracks or other damage.
Replace tab washer if condition is questionable.
1. Slide thrust hub into propeller hub with stepped side toward propeller hub.
2. Apply a liberal coat of one of the following lubricants to the propeller shaft.
Tube Ref No.
3. Align splines and place propeller on propeller shaft.
4. Install spline washer and tab washer.
5. Install and torque the propeller nut.
Description
Propeller nut
6. Bend 3 tabs on the tab washer down into the grooves in spline washer. After the first
use, bend the 3 tabs straight and retorque the propeller nut. Bend tabs back down into
spline washer. Check propeller at least after 20 hours of operation. Do not operate with
loose propeller.

Bravo Three Propeller Removal

Avoid Injury: Remote Control must be in neutral and ignition key removed from switch
before removing and/or installing propeller.
A rotating propeller can cause injury. Place a block of wood between the anti‑ventilation
plate and the propeller to protect hands from the propeller blades, and to prevent the
propeller from rotating when removing or installing the propeller nut.
1. Place wood block between propeller blades and anti‑ventilation plate to prevent
rotation.
2. Remove the bolt and washers securing the propeller shaft anode.
1. Propeller torque stated is a minimum torque value.
90-864195061 NOVEMBER 2006
a
b
a - Propeller shaft
b - Thrust hub
c - Propeller
Description
Special Lubricant 101
34
Anti-Corrosion Grease
94
2-4-C Marine Lubricant with
95
Teflon
1.
c
e
d
f
14946
d - Propeller nut
e - Spline washer
f - Tab washer
Where Used
Propeller shaft
Propeller shaft
Propeller shaft
WARNING
!
WARNING
!
Section 5 - Maintenance
Part No.
92-802865A1
92-802867A1
92-802859A1
Nm lb. in. lb. ft.
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