GASOLINE STERNDRIVE INSTALLATION MANUAL
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8. To ensure full clutch engagement, simultaneously rotate propeller shaft CLOCKWISE
until shaft stops.
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Propeller Shaft - Rotate CLOCKWISE
9. Check shift cutout switch plunger position. Pin must be centered.
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Shift Cutout Switch Plunger Pin
10. If plunger pin is not centered:
a. Ensure adjustable stud is at bottom of slot in shift lever.
b. Check remote control for proper shift cable output [3 in. (76 mm)
±
1/8 in. (3 mm)].
c. If a. and b. are correct, ensure drive unit shift cable is not crushed or kinked. (If drive
unit shift cable is binding, the shift cutout switch plunger pin will move off center
when shifting into and out of FORWARD and REVERSE.)
NOTE: If shift cable was damaged during installation, install new shift cable assembly in
accordance with instructions contained in sterndrive service manual, then repeat shift cable
adjustment procedure.