2. Check the propeller shaft for damage.
3. Check the splines/shear pin for wear or damage.
4. Check for fish line tangled around the propeller shaft.
5. Check for the propeller shaft oil seal for damage.
3.7.1 Removing the propeller
1. Straighten the cotter pin and pull it out using a pair of pliers.
2. Remove the propeller nut, washer, and spacer (if equipped).
3. Remove the propeller and thrust washer.
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Cotter pin
2.
Propeller nut
3.
Washer
4.
Propeller
5.
Thrust washer
3.7.2 Installing the propeller
CAUTION:
Be sure to install the thrust washer before instating the propeller, otherwise the lower case
and propeller boss could be damaged.
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