Service Manual 200-300 HP E-TEC Gearcase [Gearcase Disassembly (Counter Rotation)]

IMPORTANT: Counter rotation (CR) gearcases use unique components and require different service procedures. Use care when working on counter rotation gearcases. DO NOT interchange parts between standard and counter rotation models. Identify gearcase type prior to disassembly. Make sure the “CR” marking is on the end of the propeller shaft.

Pre-Disassembly Inspection

Refer to Pre-Disassembly Inspection on p. 295.

Propeller Shaft Bearing Housing Removal – “M2” Type

IMPORTANT: The propeller shaft bearing housing on “M2” type gearcases is PRESSED into gearcase housing.

Remove the two retaining screws holding the propeller shaft bearing housing.

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1. “CR” marking
2. Retainer screws

Remove the propeller shaft bearing housing from the gearcase using:

• Propeller Shaft Bearing Housing Puller Kit, P/N 354060.

DO NOT use tools designed to push on the propeller shaft. Pushing against the propeller shaft could damage the forward gear thrust bearing or thrust washer.

Install the threaded adaptor from the puller kit on to the propeller shaft until seated.

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Assemble puller kit components. Hold adaptor with wrench and turn nut clockwise to pull bearing housing.

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Pull propeller shaft and bearing housing far enough to loosen the PRESSED bearing housing from the gearcase housing.

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“M2” Type Gearcase

Remove propeller shaft, forward gear and bearing housing assembly from gearcase.

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Pinion Gear Removal and Driveshaft Servicing

Refer to Pinion Gear and Driveshaft Removal on p. 297.

Push down on the shift rod. This will move the detent lever downward to clear the inside of the gearcase when the shaft assembly is pulled out. Unscrew the shift rod from the detent lever. Remove screws, cover, and shift rod from the gearcase.

Discard the cover gasket. Remove the shift rod Oring from inside of cover and discard.

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1. Cover gasket

Use an appropriate tool to apply downward pressure on the detent while pulling on the propeller shaft assembly. Remove propeller shaft assembly from the gearcase.

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Counter Rotation Models

1. Tool

Water Intake Screens

Remove and clean water intake screens. Replace if damaged.

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1. Water intake screen

GEARCASE HOUSING INSPECTION

Refer to GEARCASE HOUSING INSPECTION on p. 300.