Removal And Disassembly - BRP Johnson 4HP Service Manual

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REMOVAL AND DISASSEMBLY

REMOVAL AND DISASSEMBLY
Disconnect the spark plug cap from the spark plug
before removing the gearcase.
1. Drain the gear oil. (See page 2-6.)
2. Remove the clutch adjust hole cover, then loosen the rod
connecting plate bolt.
NOTE:
Do not over-loosen the rod connecting plate bolt.
Loosen the bolt approximately one turn.
3. For the long (20 in) model, remove the two nuts and
washers.
For the short (15 in) model, remove the two bolts.
4. Separate the gearcase assembly from the driveshaft
housing.
5. Remove the cotter pin and the propeller nut, then detach
the propeller.
To prevent injury from the propeller blades, wear gloves.
6. Remove the propeller bushing stopper, the washer and
the seal protector.
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