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GEARCASE – STANDARD ROTATION
GEARCASE ASSEMBLY
Install pinion gear in gearcase housing
Install driveshaft with thrust bearing, thrust
washer, and correct shim(s) in gearcase housing.
Position pinion on lower driveshaft.
Position pinion screw in lower driveshaft and
thread into pinion.
IMPORTANT: Temporarily install bearing hous-
ing for support during pinion tightening procedure.
Insert Lower Driveshaft Spline Tool, P/N 5007052,
into lower driveshaft.
Insert Lower Driveshaft Wrench, P/N 352877,
through Lower Driveshaft Spline Tool and lower
driveshaft. Seat hex tip of wrench in head of pin-
ion screw.
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1. Lower Driveshaft Spline Tool 005407
1. Wrench, hex tip 005408