TOHATSU NB-1000 Service Manual page 166

SECTION 6
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Removal and Disassembly
Ignition system must be disabled to prevent
accidental engine start-up during removal of the
gearcase. Place engine in neutral gear.
1. Remove drive shaft housing grommet.
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2. Loosen shift rod joint bolt (9).
Shift rod joint bolt can only be loosened. Do not
remove it from the shift rod.
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3. Remove gearcase bolts (8).
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4. Remove gearcase assembly.
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5. Remove split pin (1) and propeller (2).
6. Drain all gearcase oil into a container by removing the lower
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(3) and upper (4) oil plugs. Inspect oil for metal chips.
Small metal fragments may indicate normal wear of
gears, bearings and shafts. Large metal chips usually
indicate extensive internal damage. Record your
observations for future reference when inspecting
internal components.
6-14
T1715
WARNING
NOTIE
NOTE
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T2210
1-/ 2-Cylinder