Mercury 45 Service Manual

NON-BIGFOOT GEAR HOUSING
Page 6A-16 90-828631R3 MARCH 1999
2. Remove cover, washer (above impeller), impeller, key and washer (below impeller).
3. Remove cover gasket, base plate and base gasket.
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a
b
c
d
e
f
g
h
a-Cover
b-Nylon Washer (above impeller)
c-Impeller
d-Key
e-Nylon Washer (below impeller)
f-Cover Gasket
g-Face Plate
h-Base Gasket
NOTE: Replace impeller if:
– Impeller blades are cracked, torn or worn.
– Impeller is glazed or melted
– Rubber portion of impeller is not bonded to impeller hub.

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