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Make sure that all parts used in assembly are clean
and lubricated.
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After assembly, check the parts for tightness and
smoothness of operation.
•
Before final assembly, be absolutely certain that all
gear contact, shim adjustments and tolerances are
correct.
•
Failure to correctly adjust these areas will result in
gearcase damage. (See the "GEARS - SHIMMING AND
ADJUSTMENT" section on the page 8-17.)
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Do not re-use the gasket, the O-ring and the cotter pin
once removed. Always use new parts.
FORWARD GEAR
Apply gear oil to the following parts.
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Forward gear backup shim
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Forward gear
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Forward gear thrust washer
HPF XR Gearcase Lubricant
NOTE:
The forward gear has the bushing and the dents at the side
of the dog bosses.
PINION GEAR
Apply gear oil to the following parts.
•
Pinion gear thrust washer
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Pinion gear backup shim
•
Pinion gear
HPF XR Gearcase Lubricant
DRIVESHAFT / DRIVESHAFT SUPPORT
HOUSING
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Apply Triple-Guard grease to the oil seal lips.
Triple-Guard Grease
•
Apply the gear oil to the bushing in the housing.
HPF XR Gearcase Lubricant
GEARCASE
FORWARD GEAR
Forward
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