Propeller Shaft; Gearcase Lubricant - Evinrude E-Tec 40 HP Service Manual

Shift the re mote control to the NEUTRAL/IDLE
position.
Install control cables.
Check proper throttle and shift function.

Propeller Shaft

Debris from the water can become lodged around
propeller shaft. Frequent inspection can minimize
potential gearcase damage.
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WARNING
When servicing the propeller, always shift
the outboard to NEUTRAL, turn the key
switch OFF, and disconnect the battery
cables at the battery.
Remove pro peller. Re fer to Propeller Hardware
Installation on p. 294.
Inspect bushing a nd blad e surfa ces. Re place
damaged or worn propellers.
Clean p ropeller shaft. Inspect pro peller shaf t
seals. Replace damaged or worn seals.
Apply Triple-Guard grease to entire length of pro-
peller shaft prior to installing propeller.
Reinstall propeller hardware and propeller.

Gearcase Lubricant

Draining
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WARNING
Gearcase lubricant may be under pressure
and/or hot. If plug is removed from a
recently operated outboard, take precau-
tions to avoid injury.
Always check the fill le vel of the
IMPORTANT:
gearcase lub ricant at the u
removing the lower, drain/fill plug. A tie st rap can
be used to check lubricant level.
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1. Tie strap
If lubricant level is low, refer to GEARCASE LEAK
TEST on p. 295.
Remove the lubricant level plug, then the lubricant
drain/fill plug, an d dr ain the lube from th
gearcase into a container.
1. Lubricant level plug
2. Lubricant drain/fill plug
ROUTINE SERVICE
LUBRICATION
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