LOWER UNIT - 6C-1990-817643R1 DECEMBER 1996
7. After setting the impeller height, tighten the impel-
ler nut snug with a wrench. Secure impeller nut by
bending tabs (a) against the flats on the impeller
nut.
a
a - Tabs
8. Reinstall the water intake housing with six bolts.
Check clearance around the impeller to make sure
the water intake housing is centered and not rub-
bing against the liner. Torque mounting bolts to 100
lbs. in. (11.5 N·m).
NOTE: If the outboard is used in salt water, apply
Quicksilver Anti-Corrosion Grease around the entire
mounting flange on the water intake housing and also
to the threads on the six mounting bolts.
9. Refer to “SHIFT CABLE INSTALLATION” page 8
and reinstall shift cable to jet drive.