Mercury MerCruiser D2.8L D-Tronic Service Manual page 194

INBOARD (MIE) MODELS
6. Connect propeller shaft coupler to transmission output flange following instructions a.
or b.:
IMPORTANT: All coupler bolts must be Metric Grade 10.9 (SAE Grade 8) or better, with
a shoulder (grip length) sufficient to pass through the mating face plane of couplers.
a. All Couplings Without Propeller Shaft Set Screws: Secure coupling together
Hurth 8 Degree Down Angle Transmission Shown (All Similar)
Page 2B-16
with bolts, lockwashers and nuts. Torque to 68 Nm (50 lb-ft).
a-Propeller Shaft Coupler
b-Bolts (4)
c-Lockwasher and Nut (4)
d-Transmission Output Flange
d
c
b
a
SERVICE MANUAL NUMBER 22
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90-860074--1 FEBRUARY 2002