Mercury HP 500 EFI Bravo XR/XZ/III, User Manual, Page: 103 / 148

99 500 EFI Bravo
MAINTENANCE
CB421hp
Propellers (XR, XZ Models)
WARNING
Avoid Injury: Remote Control must be in NEUTRAL and igni-
tion key removed from switch before removing and/or install-
ing propeller.
WARNING
Avoid Injury: Place a block of wood between anti-ventilation
plate and propeller to protect hands from propeller blades and
to prevent propeller from rotating when removing propeller
nut.
CAUTION
Avoid Injury: Periodically check propeller nut for tightness
during boating season. A minimum of 55 lb-ft (75 Nm) torque
is required.
REMOVAL
1 Place wood block between propeller blade and anti-ventilation
plate to prevent rotation.
2 Turn propeller shaft nut counterclockwise to remove nut.
3 Remove washers, and propeller with prop hub assembly.
CA79
REPAIR
Some damaged propellers can be repaired. See your dealer.