69J3D11 6-20123456789Checking the pinion and forwardgear1. Check the teeth of the pinion, and theteeth and dogs of the forward gear forcracks or wear. Replace if necessary.Checking the bearings1. Check the bearings for pitting or rum-bling. Replace if necessary.Checking the drive shaft1. Check the drive shaft for bends or wear.Replace if necessary.Checking the lower case1. Check the skeg and torpedo for cracks ordamage. Replace if necessary.Assembling the lower case1. Install the original shim(s) and taper rollerbearing outer race.CAUTION:Add or remove shim(s), if necessary,when replacing the forward gear or lowercase.Ball bearing attachment 3:90890-06636Driver rod LL 4: 90890-06605S69J6200Bearing outer race attachment 1:90890-06658Driver rod LL 2: 90890-06605S69J6210S69J6215ÉDrive shaft and lower case (regular rotation model)