Propeller Replacement - Dpx - Volvo Penta 3.0GL-B Operator's Manual

Propeller replacement — DPX
Removing the propeller
This procedure requires you to use a special tool kit, Volvo
Penta P/N 885195.
Ignition switch must be OFF.
1.
2. Make sure the remote control is in FORWARD to lock the
propeller shaft.
3. Use the special tool (as shown) to remove the rear locking
screw. Use a 30-mm socket to remove the propeller lock-
ing nut.
4. Remove the rear propeller.
5. Shift the remote control into REVERSE to lock the propel-
ler shaft.
6. Use the special tool (as shown) to remove the front locking
screw.
7. Remove the front propeller.
8. Wipe the propeller shaft clean. Inspect for fishing line; re-
move if present.
Front
propeller
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Installing the propeller
Failure to install all components may result in loss of
the propeller and damage to the drive unit the next
time the boat is operated.
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10. Shift the remote control into NEUTRAL. The propeller
Front propeller
locking nut
Special tool
CAUTION!
Ignition switch must be OFF.
Coat the full length of both propeller shafts with Volvo Penta
propeller shaft grease. (It will be difficult to remove propel-
lers later if this precaution is not done.)
Make sure the remote control is in FORWARD to lock the
propeller shaft.
Install the front propeller.
Install the front propeller locking nut. Use the special tool
to tighten the nut to 37 – 52 ft. lb. (50 – 70 N·m).
Shift the remote control into REVERSE to lock the propel-
ler shaft.
Install the rear propeller.
Install the rear propeller locking nut (use a 30-mm socket).
Tighten the nut to 19 – 26 ft. lb. (25 – 35 N·m).
Install the locking screw. Use the special tool to tighten the
nut to 52 – 59 ft. lb. (70 – 80 N·m).
should turn freely.
Rear propeller
locking nut
Locking screw
Rear
propeller
Maintenance
Special tool
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