MAINTENANCE
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Assemble steering link rod to engine with special washer head bolt and locknut. First torque bolt, then torque
locknut to specifications.
Description
Nm
lb. in.
lb. ft.
Special washer head bolt
27
20
Nylon insert locknut "b"
27
20
Nylon insert locknut "d"
Tighten until seats, then back off 1/4 turn
Propeller Replacement - Standard Models
!
WARNING
If the propeller shaft is rotated while the engine is in gear, there is the possibility that the engine will crank over
and start. To prevent this type of accidental engine starting and possible serious injury caused from being struck
by a rotating propeller, always shift outboard to neutral position and remove spark plug leads when you are
servicing the propeller.
1.
Shift the outboard to neutral position.
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2.
Remove the spark plug leads to prevent engine from starting.
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3.
Place a block of wood between gearcase and propeller to hold propeller and remove propeller nut.
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4.
Pull propeller straight off shaft. If propeller is seized to the shaft and cannot be removed, have the propeller
removed by an authorized dealer.