Mercury 40 FourStroke User Manual

CYLINDER BLOCK/CRANKCASE
Page 4B-14 90-857046R1 NOVEMBER 2001
Crankcase and Crankshaft Removal
1. Remove crankcase cover and dowel pins.
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a
b
c
d
a-Screw and Washer (8)-M8 x 82
b-Screw and Washer (8)-M6 x 35
c-Crankcase Cover
d-Dowel Pin (2)
2. With a rubber or plastic hammer, lightly strike the crankcase cover in order to separate
it from the block. If the cover will not separate, try prying it off with a screwdriver. Do not
damage the split line sealing surface when prying the cover off.

Mercury 40 FourStroke Specifications

General

Brand	Mercury
Model	40 FourStroke
Category	Outboard Motor
Language	English