Mercury Optimax 135 Service Manual

CLAMP/SWIVEL BRACKETS & DRIVE SHAFT HOUSING
90-855347R1 JANUARY 1999 Page 5A-11
9. Remove lower mount nuts.
51855
a
b
a-Lower Mount Nuts
b-Lower Mount
10. Remove driveshaft housing from swivel bracket by pulling alternately from top to bot-
tom on housing.
11. Remove upper and lower mounts by lifting them out of driveshaft housing.
Reassembly and Installation
1. Apply a thin coat of 2-4-C w/Teflon Marine Lubricant onto inside portion of exhaust
tube seal.
2. Install exhaust tube seal into driveshaft housing with tapered side of seal facing up.
51856
a
b
a-Exhaust Tube Seal
b-Driveshaft Housing

Mercury Optimax 135 Specifications

General

Engine Type	V6
Horsepower	135 HP
Fuel Induction System	2-stage direct fuel injection
Full Throttle RPM Range	5000-5750 RPM
Alternator Output	60 amp / 756 watt
Starting System	Electric
Steering	Remote
Dry Weight	431 lbs
Shaft Length	20", 25"