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GEARCASE
COUNTER ROTATION
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COUNTER ROTATION
IMPORTANT: Counter rotation model gear-
cases use unique components and require differ-
ent service procedures. Use care when working
on counter rotation gearcases. DO NOT inter-
change parts between standard and counter rota-
tion models. Pay particular attention to these
procedures when working on counter rotation
gearcases.
Propeller Shaft Bearing
Housing Removal
Remove the two screws, washers, and retainers
holding the propeller shaft bearing housing.
Remove wedge, screw, and washer.
To remove the propeller shaft, bearing housing
and forward gear from a counter rotation gear-
case, thread Propeller Shaft Adapter, P/N 432398,
onto Slide Hammer, P/N 432128, until it seats.
Thread adapter completely onto propeller shaft
and pull propeller shaft, bearing housing, and for-
ward gear assembly out of gearcase.
Shift Housing, Gear and
Propeller Shaft Removal
Push down on the shift rod. This will move the
detent lever downward to clear the inside of the
gearcase when the shaft assembly is pulled out.
Unthread the shift rod from the detent lever.
Remove the six screws, shift rod, and cover from
the gearcase.
Discard the cover gasket. Remove the shift rod O-
ring from inside of cover and discard.
Use an appropriate tool to apply downward pres-
sure on the detent while pulling on the propeller
1. Retainer tab screws 001989
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1. Adapter, P/N 432398
2. Hammer, P/N 432128
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1. Cover gasket COA3141
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