6-28EBACKLASHLOWRBACKLASHNOTE:• Do not install the water pump compo-nents when measuring the backlash.• Measure both the forward and reversegear backlashes.• If both the forward and reverse gearbacklashes are larger than specifica-tion, the pinion gear may be too high.• If both the forward and reverse gearbacklashes are smaller than specifica-tion, the pinion gear may be too low.MEASURING THE FORWARD GEARBACKLASH1. Measure:• Forward gear backlashOut of specification → Adjust.Measuring steps(1) Set the shift rod into the neutral posi-tion.(2) Install the propeller shaft housingpuller so it pushes against the propellershaft.Forward gear backlash0.31 - 0.72 mm (0.012 - 0.028 in)Bearing housing puller claw ........90890-06564Stopper guide plate......................90890-06501Center bolt.....................................90890-06504T R..Center bolt5 N• m (0.5 kgf• m, 3.7 ft• lb)123
