Mercury 90 - Stator Removal and Installation

2A-36 - ELECTRICAL 90-830234R3 DECEMBER 1997
INSTALLATION
WARNING
Engine could possibly start when turning fly-
wheel during installation; therefore, disconnect
(and isolate) spark plug leads from spark plugs
to prevent engine from starting.
1. Disconnect spark plug leads from spark plugs.
2. Place flywheel key into slot in crankshaft.
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a - Flywheel Key
3. Align slot in flywheel center bore with flywheel
key and install flywheel onto crankshaft.
4. Install washer and locknut.
5. Hold flywheel with Flywheel Holder (91-52344);
torque locknut to 100 lb. ft. (136 N·m).
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a - Flywheel Holder (91-52344)
6. Install flywheel cover.
Stator Removal and
Installation
REMOVAL
1. Remove flywheel; refer to “Flywheel Removal.”
2. Remove screws.
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a - Screws
3. Remove starter motor as outlined in Section 2B.
4. Remove sta-straps.
5. Disconnect stator leads from switch box and re-
move stator.
3 Cylinder Models
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a - Sta-Strap
b - Switch Box Bullet Connectors (Disconnect)