Bravo Two Propeller Removal - MerCruiser Sterndrive 4.3L TKS Owner's 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 onto propeller shaft, 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. Install Flo‑Torq II Drive Hub into propeller.
NOTE: The drive sleeve is tapered and will slide fully into the propeller as the nut is
tightened and properly torqued.
4. Align splines and place propeller on propeller shaft.
5. Install drive sleeve and locking tab washer.
6. Install and torque the propeller nut.
Description
Propeller nut
7. Bend three tabs on the tab washer down into the grooves in spline washer. After the
first use, bend the three 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 Two Propeller Removal

Avoid Injury: Remote Control must be in neutral and ignition key removed from switch
before removing and/or installing propeller.
1. The propeller torque stated is a minimum torque value.
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a
b
c
a - Propeller shaft
b - Thrust hub
c - Flo‑Torq II drive hub
d - Propeller
Description
Special Lubricant 101
34
Anti-Corrosion Grease
94
2-4-C Marine Lubricant with
95
Teflon
1.
d
e
f
6215
g
e - Drive sleeve
f - Locking tab washer
g - Propeller nut
Where Used
Propeller shaft
Propeller shaft
Propeller shaft
WARNING
!
Section 5 - Maintenance
Part No.
92-802865A1
92-802867A1
92-802859A1
Nm lb. in. lb. ft.
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