Bearings
Inspect center main bearing and split sleeves for
excess wear, nicks, or scratches. Replace, if nec-
essary.
Inspect crankshaft rod bearings for excess wear,
nicks, or scratches. Replace, if necessary.
POWERHEAD
ASSEMBLY
IMPORTANT:
assemblies unless a pressing operation is called
for. All internal components must be perfectly
clean and lightly coated with outboard lubricant.
IMPORTANT:
gaskets, seals, and O-rings during assembly.
Crankshaft Assembly
Oil the end of the crankshaft. Use Crankshaft
Bearing/Sleeve Installer, P/N 338647, and place a
new lower main bearing onto crankshaft with let-
tered side facing the tool. Install bearing until it
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seats on the crankshaft.
Oil the end of the crankshaft. Use Crankshaft
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Bearing/Sleeve Installer, P/N 338647, to drive a
new sleeve onto the crankshaft until the installer
contacts the lower main bearing.
POWERHEAD
POWERHEAD ASSEMBLY
Proceed slowly. Make no forced
Use new wrist pin retaining rings,
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