Mercury 45 Service Manual

NON-BIGFOOT GEAR HOUSING
Page 6A-12 90-828631R3 MARCH 1999
Gear Housing Removal
WARNING
To prevent accidental engine starting, remove (and isolate) spark plug leads from
spark plugs before removing gear housing.
1. Remove (and isolate) spark plug leads from spark plugs.
2. Shift into NEUTRAL.
2-Stroke Models
MERCURY/MARINER 30/40, AND 40/50
FORCE 40/50
3. Loosen jam nut. Unscrew attaching nut to separate shift shaft.
52832
b
a
a-Jam Nut
b-Attaching Nut

Mercury 45 Specifications

General

Horsepower	45 HP
Cylinders	3
Starting	Electric
Full Throttle RPM Range	5000-6000 RPM
Steering	Remote
Exhaust	Through Prop
Shaft Length	20 in