Procedure
1. Remove the propeller from the gear housing. 2. Inspect the propeller bore sleeve (a) for signs of wear, looseness, or broken retention tabs. 3. If the sleeve is suspected of being worn, loose, or has broken retention tabs, take the unit to an authorized dealer for replacement. WARNING: Do not attempt to replace the propeller bore sleeve yourself; replacement must be performed by an authorized dealer.
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Ask Boat Guru about thisSpec · Upper half of recommended full throttle RPM range conditions={"load":"Boat normally loaded","reference":"General Information – Specifications"}
Diagnostic · Cause: Exhaust gas mixing with water over the propeller blades due to worn, loose, or damaged propeller bore sleeve Test: Inspect propeller bore sleeve when propeller is removed; check for wear, looseness, or broken r...
Spec · Pull to the left conditions={"trim_direction":"Trimmed out or up","installation":"Normal installation height","propeller_rotation":"Normal right-hand rotation"}
Procedure · 1. Shift the outboard to the neutral (N) position. WARNING: Rotating propellers can cause serious injury or death. Never operate the boat out of the water with a propeller installed. Before installing or removing a pr...
Diagnostic · Cause: Damaged propeller or improper propeller size