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DPS propeller
WARNING!
Make sure the engine can not start during work on pro-
peller(s); remove ignition key(s) and shift drive into for-
ward or reverse.
Removing the propeller
Lock the propeller shaft
1 Remove the five bolts and remove the cover (1)
from the sterndrive.
2 Remove the cotter pin (2) from the shift cube (3) to
which the gear shift cable (4) is fastened. Remove
the shift cube and washer (5) from the lever (6)
without turning the cube.
3 Put the sterndrive into gear by hand by pulling the
lever to either the forward position (F) or reverse
position (R).
Alternatively, the propeller can be locked by putting the
transmission in neutral and placing a block of wood
between the cavitation plate and one of the propeller
blades.
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Maintenance
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