GEARCASE
GEARCASE REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
Remove the forward screw with the washer, and
remove middle screw.
1. Forward screw
2. Middle screw
Remove the four gearcase retaining screws.
1. Gearcase retaining screws (4)
Remove the gearcase assembly from the exhaust
housing, being careful not to bend the shift rod or
damage the water tube. The lower inner exhaust
housing may come out with the gearcase.
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Gearcase Installation
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During service, the outboard may drop
unexpectedly.
always support the outboard's weight with
a suitable hoist or the tilt support bracket
during service.
IMPORTANT:
rod adjustment MUST be checked. Refer to
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SHIFT ROD ADJUSTMENT on p. 277.
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Coat the driveshaft splines with Moly Lube. DO
NOT coat top surface of the driveshaft because
lubricant may prevent seating of the driveshaft in
the crankshaft.
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Apply Adhesive 847 to the lower exhaust housing
seals' inner surfaces. Place two new seals on the
housing. Apply Triple-Guard grease to the seals'
outer surfaces and place the housing on the gear-
case.
1. Lower exhaust seals
WARNING
Avoid
personal
Before installing gearcase, shift
injury;
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