Inspection Of Gear Case; Assembly Of Gear Case - TOHATSU MFS 25D Service Manual

Lower Unit

29) Inspection of Gear Case

Check the skeg a and torpedo-like area b for cracks and
1.
other damage.
Replace if necessary.

30) Assembly of Gear Case

When the gear case, bevel gear assy A
gear, or bearing is replaced, measure the
backlash and select and install a proper
shim.
Refer to Chapter 6, "Shim Adjustment."
Use the tools below to install the bearing outer 1.
1.
Roller Bearing Outer Press Kit 2:
P/N. 3B7-72739-1
Bearing Outer Press Plate 3:
P/N. 3BJ-72732-0
2. Install the gear case horizontally in a holder with its
propeller shaft opening facing upward.
3. Clean the outer race installation face in the gear case and
apply gear oil.
4. Apply gear oil to the external face of the outer race, and
position the outer race in the center of the housing with the
marked face of the race facing the inside of the housing.
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GEAR GEAR
5. Press the end of the rod to press-fit the outer race in the
housing securely using a press.
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