6.0 MAINTENANCE 77
CXO300 OWNER’S MANUAL
6.4.17 REMOVING AND INSTALLING PROPELLERS
NOTE
Only use zinc anodes on your outboard(s).
CAUTION
Failing to maintain your anodes can lead to
significant damage to outboard components.
CAUTION
Depending on the nature of your local waters and marinas, further anti-corrosion measures may be
necessary. Consult your marina manager or an authorized Cox Powertrain dealer for further advice.
WARNING
Propellers have sharp edges by design.
Always wear protective gloves when handling
a propeller.
WARNING
Never work on a propeller with the
outboard running.
Propeller removal
1 Ensure your outboard is shifted into neutral and shut down with battery power isolated.
2 Straighten any bent tabs on the propeller nut retaining ring, if fitted.
3 Hold a block of wood between the underside of the anti-ventilation plate and propeller to stop the
propeller from turning counterclockwise. Loosen the propeller retaining nut, then remove the wood
block.
4 Remove the retaining nut, propeller and all washers.
Propeller installation
1 Ensure your outboard is shifted into neutral.
2 Inspect the propeller spline for excessive wear or damage. If in doubt or if any wear or damage is
found, contact your Cox Powertrain official dealer for assistance.
3 Check that a rubber hub is fitted to your propeller and that the hub and spline is free of cracks or other
damage. Replace as necessary.
4 Apply a light coat of marine grease to the propeller shaft spline.
5 Fit the forward thrust washer, if used. Ensure the orientation is correct in accordance with the hub
supplier’s guidelines.
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