LOWR Lower unit6-9 69M3E11Checking the propeller shaft1. Check the propeller shaft for bends orwear. Replace if necessary.2. Check the dog clutch, shift plunger, andspring for cracks or wear. Replace if nec-essary.Assembling the propeller shaftassembly1. Insert the spring 1, and then install thedog clutch 3 into the propeller shaft 2.NOTE:To install the dog clutch, push the springdown with a flat head screwdriver 4.Assembling the propeller shafthousing1. Install the bushing 1 into the propellershaft housing.NOTE:Insert the dog clutch into the bushing slit at a90° angle as shown in the illustration.2. Apply grease to the new oil seals 4, andthen install them into the propeller shafthousing to the specified depth.Needle bearing attachment 2:90890-06615Driver rod L3 3: 90890-06652Needle bearing attachment 5:90890-06617Driver rod L3 6: 90890-06652Depth a: 1.0–1.5 mm (0.04–0.06 in)
