60H5E11
Lower unit
LOWR
Reverse gear backlash M
Shim thickness(mm)
Less than To be decreased by
0.74 mm (0.0291 in) (1.02-M) x 0.72
More than To be increased by
1.29 mm (0.0508 in) (M-1.02) x 0.72
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Propeller nut:
5 N • m (0.5 kgf • m, 4 ft • lb)
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Available shim thickness:
0.10, 0.12, 0.15, 0.18, 0.30, 0.40, 0.50
M: Measurement
9. Remove all the special service tools, and
install the water pump.
7. Remove the special service tools, and se-
cure the propeller shaft by pulling it by the
propeller.
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NOTE:
• Install a spacer at the back of the propeller,
and tighten the propeller nut until the drive
shaft does not turn any further.
• Do not install the washer.
8. Slowly turn the drive shaft clockwise and
counterclockwise, and measure the back-
lash based on the dial gauge readings
taken at the points where the drive shaft
stops in each direction. Add or remove the
reverse gear shim(s) if necessary.
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NOTE:
While checking, turn the drive shaft lightly with-
out applying too much force.
Reverse gear backlash:
0.74-1.29 mm (0.0291 - 0.0508 in)