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GEARCASE
BEARING AND SEAL REMOVAL
Use long-nose pliers to remove the clutch dog
from the gearcase.
Use long-nose pliers to remove the forward gear
and shifter lever assembly. Use no force. Tilting
the shifter lever slightly will allow you to remove it
from the gearcase. Remove the forward gear
roller bearing.
Remove the pinion gear, two thrust washers, and
thrust bearing.
BEARING AND SEAL
REMOVAL
IMPORTANT: Inspect bearings for damage
while in place. If bearing is damaged, remove and
discard. If the bearing is removed for any reason,
it must be replaced.
Driveshaft Seals
Use Puller Bridge, P/N 432127, and Small Puller
Jaws, P/N 432131, to remove the two driveshaft
seals. Discard the seals.
Driveshaft Bearing
Use Puller Bridge, P/N 432127, and Small Puller
Jaws, P/N 432131 to remove the driveshaft bear-
ing and sleeve from the gearcase. Discard the
bearing.
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32542
32558
9.9/15 Model 32545
9.9/15 Model 32531