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Mercury Optimax 175 User Manual

Mercury Optimax 175
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LEFT HAND NON-RATCHETING
Page 6B-24 90-855347R1 JANUARY 1999
Clutch Actuator Rod
CLEANING AND INSPECTION
1. Clean clutch actuator rod in solvent and dry with compressed air.
2. Inspect actuator components for wear or damage. Replace components as required.
Forward Gear and Bearing Adapter
DISASSEMBLY/CLEANING/INSPECTION
1. Remove forward gear from bearing adapter.
2. Inspect forward gear clutch teeth for signs of wear. If clutch teeth are worn, sliding
clutch should be replaced also.
3. Inspect forward gear teeth for full tooth contact, chips, pits and signs of rust. If forward
gear teeth are damaged, pinion gear must be inspected and replaced if necessary.
4. Inspect forward gear hub for signs of pitting, rust, scoring or discoloration (blueing)
due to lack of lubricant.
5. Remove thrust bearing and spacer shim. Inspect thrust bearing for pits, rust, or discol-
oration (blueing) due to lack of lubricant.
51878
a
b
c
d
e
f
g
a-Forward Gear
b-Forward Gear Clutch Teeth
c-Forward Gear Teeth
d-Forward Gear Hub
e-Thrust Bearing
f-Thrust Washer
g-Spacer Shim

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Mercury Optimax 175 Specifications

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BrandMercury
ModelOptimax 175
CategoryOutboard Motor
LanguageEnglish

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