Section 09 PROPULSION SYSTEM
Subsection 03 (DRIVE SYSTEM)
SMR2000-027_09_03A.FM 09-03-9
Boot
To verify the preload of the boot no. 10, proceed
as follows:
NOTE: To verify the boot preload and free length,
jet pump and drive shaft must be installed.
Measure boot length when normally installed on
drive shaft. Ensure circlip no. 5 is properly in-
stalled into groove.
1. Boot
A. Measure here
Push floating ring to compress boot; then, remove
circlip out of drive shaft groove.
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 Model
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.
ASSEMBLY
XP Model
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 hous-
ing.
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