Section 13 PROPULSION SYSTEM
Subsection 03 (DRIVE SYSTEM)
SMR2003-041_13_03A.FM 13-03-13
1. Push floating ring
2. Remove circlip
Slide floating ring far enough forward in order to
release it from carbon ring.
Measure boot free length.
Subtract the installed length measurement from
the free length measurement. A difference of 4 mm
to 12 mm (5/32 in to 15/32 in) should be obtained.
If the length is less than 4 mm (5/32 in), install a
spacer (P/N 293 250 017) between boot and thru
hull fitting.
1. Spacer
NOTE: Drive shaft must be removed to install spacer.
XP DI Models
Seal Carrier of Mid Bearing
Inspect seal carrier needle bearing no. 16. Check
parts for scoring, pitting, chipping or other evi-
dence of wear.
Inspect seals no. 15 for deterioration or excessive
wear. Replace if necessary.
4-TEC Models
Inspect PTO seal assembly. Refer to PTO HOUS-
ING/MAGNETO section.
ASSEMBLY
XP DI Models
Seal Carrier of Mid Bearing
Properly support seal carrier housing no. 17 when
installing seals and bearing.
CAUTION: Ensure to install stamped end of
bearing (showing identification markings) first
on tool. Never hammer the bearing into its
housing.
Install bearing no. 16 with the bearing/seal install-
er tool (P/N 295 000 107).
1. Press bearing in its housing
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