Mercury 150 EFI Service Manual page 511

RIGHT HAND NON-RATCHETING
5. Secure pipe against carrier with propeller nut and tab washer.
a -
b -
c -
6. Torque propeller nut to 45 lb. in. (5 Nm).
7. Gently rock driveshaft. Dial indicator should show backlash of 0.030 in. – 0.050 in.
(0.762 mm – 1.27 mm).
If backlash is not as indicated, gear case is not properly assembled or parts are excessive-
ly worn and must be replaced before returning gear case to service.
Clutch Actuator Rod
REASSEMBLY
1. Place a small amount of Quicksilver 2-4-C with Teflon Lubricant on actuator rod and
install cam follower.
a -
b -
Shift Shaft Bushing
REASSEMBLY
1. Position shift shaft bushing on a press with threaded side down.
2. Apply Loctite 271 to outside diameter of oil seal.
3. Press oil seal into shift shaft bushing with lip of seal up.
4. Wipe any excess Loctite from oil seal and bushing.
5. Place rubber washer against oil seal.
6. Install O-ring over threads and up against shoulder of bushing.
7. Lubricate O-ring and oil seal with Quicksilver 2-4-C with Teflon Marine Lubricant.
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a
a
b
b
c
c
Pipe [5-1/2 in. x 1.5 in. (139.7 mm x 38.0 mm)]
Propeller Nut
Tab Washer
b
b
Actuator Rod
Cam Follower
51866
a
a
90-883728 JULY 2001