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GEARCASE SERVICE, 40 – 65 HP MODELS
GEARCASE ASSEMBLY
Use Driveshaft Holding Socket, P/N 334995, and
an 11/16 in. open-end wrench, to tighten the pin-
ion nut to a torque of 40 to 45 ft. lbs. (54 to 60 s
N·m). Pad handle of the wrench to prevent dam-
age to gearcase.
Propeller Shaft Bearing
Housing and Gear Installation
Place the small thrust washe r in recess of the
reverse gear.
Oil and inst all thrust bear ing a nd la rger thru st
washer on hu b of reverse gear. Slide the gear
assembly onto the propeller shaft until it en gages
the pinion gear.
Slide the bearing housing ret ainer plate into posi-
tion over the propeller shaft.
Using Ret aining Ring Pliers, P/N 331045, inst all
the two retaining rings.
1. Holding socket
2. 11/16 Wrench
COA3573T
1. Small thrust washer COA3597
1. Thrust bearing
2. Thrust washer
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1. Retaining ring COA3513
A CAUTION
Retaining rings are under extreme pres-
sure during installation. Wear safety
glasses and proceed with care to avoid
unsnapping the ring from the pliers.
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