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SERVICE
MANUAL
MODELS
Mercury/Mariner
40·45·50·50 Bigfoot (4-Stroke)
With Starting Serial Numbers
United States
. . . . . .
0G231123
1999, Mercury Marine
90-828631R3 MARCH 1999
Printed in U.S.A.

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  • Page 1 SERVICE MANUAL MODELS Mercury/Mariner 40·45·50·50 Bigfoot (4-Stroke) With Starting Serial Numbers United States ..0G231123 1999, Mercury Marine 90-828631R3 MARCH 1999 Printed in U.S.A.
  • Page 2 Mercury Marine, that they have been trained in the recommended servicing procedures of these products which in- cludes the use of mechanics’ common hand tools and the special Mercury Marine or recom- mended tools from other suppliers.

  • Page 3: Cleanliness And Care Of Outboard Motor

    It is important to note, during any maintenance procedure replacement fasteners must have the same measurements and strength as those removed. Numbers on the heads of the met- ric bolts and on the surfaces of metric nuts indicate their strength. American bolts use radial lines for this purpose, while most American nuts do not have strength markings.
  • Page 4 Service Manual Outline Important Information Section 1 - Important Information A - Specifications B - Maintenance Electrical C - General Information D - Outboard Motor Installation Section 2 - Electrical A - Ignition Fuel System B - Charging & Starting System C - Timing,Synchronizing &...
  • Page 5 ENGINE OIL CAPACITY Either 3 Quarts or 3 Liters ENGINE OIL SAE 10W-30 viscosity oil is recom- mended for use in all temperatures. SAE 25W-40 viscosity oil may be used at 25W-40 10W-30 temperatures above 40 F (4 C). +100...
  • Page 6 Engine Speed Limiter 6120 - 6280 rpm cdi Overheat Speed Control 1600 - 2400 rpm Engine Temperature Switch Above 131 F (55 C) No Continuity Below 104 F (40 C) Continuity Alternator Type Three Phase Alternator Output: CHARGING Electric Start 12 Volts - 10 Amps.
  • Page 7 SPECIFICATIONS Idle rpm (Out Of Gear) 45 hp 25 rpm 40/50 hp 25 rpm Idle rpm (In Forward Gear) 45 hp 25 rpm 40/50 hp 25 rpm Wide Open Throttle rpm (WOT) 5500–6000 rpm Range Main Jet Size 40/45 hp...
  • Page 8 SPECIFICATIONS Main Bearing Clearance 0.0005 - 0.0017 in. (0.012 - 0.044 mm) CRANKSHAFT Crankshaft Run-out 0.0012 in. (0.03 mm) Camshaft Dimensions Intake “A” 1.216 - 1.220 in. (30.89 - 30.99 mm) Exhaust “A” 1.213 - 1.217 in. (30.82 - 30.92 mm) CAMSHAFT Intake “B”...
  • Page 9 SPECIFICATIONS Valve/Valve Seat/Valve Guides: Valve Clearance (cold) Intake 0.006 - 0.010 in. (0.15 - 0.25 mm) Exhaust 0.010 - 0.014 in. (0.25 - 0.35 mm) Valve Dimensions: “A” Head Diameter Intake 1.177 - 1.185 in. (29.9 - 30.1 mm) Exhaust 1.020 - 1.028 in.
  • Page 10 Valve Lift 0.12 in. (3 mm) Pump Type Trochoid Engine Oil Pressure 30-40 psi at 3000 rpm (Warm Engine) Engine Oil Pan Capacity Either 3 Qts. or 3 Liters Oil Pump: Outer Rotor to Housing “a” 0.001 - 0.006 in. (0.03 - 0.15 mm) Inner Rotor to Outer Rotor “b”...
  • Page 11 SPECIFICATIONS 40/45/50 1997 and Newer models Gear Ratio 1.83:1 Gearcase Capacity 14.9 fl oz (440 mL) Lubricant Type Quicksilver Gear Lube-Premium Blend Forward Gear Number of Teeth 22 Spiral/Bevel 1997 AND NEWER GEAR HOUSING Pinion Gear (1.83:1) Number of Teeth...
  • Page 12 SPECIFICATIONS Propeller Information Charts Mercury/Mariner 50 (4-Stroke) 2.00:1 Non Bigfoot Wide Open Throttle rpm : 5500-6000 Recommended Transom Heights : 15”, 20”, 22.5” Right Hand Rotation Standard Gear Reduction : 2.00:1 Approx. Approx. Speed No. of Gross Boat Boat Range...
  • Page 13 SPECIFICATIONS Mercury/Mariner 50 (4-Stroke) 1.83:1 Non Bigfoot Wide Open Throttle rpm : 5500-6000 Recommended Transom Heights : 15”, 20”, 22.5” Right Hand Rotation Standard Gear Reduction : 1.83:1 Approx. Approx. Speed No. of Gross Boat Boat Range Propeller Diameter Pitch...
  • Page 14 SPECIFICATIONS Mercury/Mariner 50 (4-Stroke) 2.3:1 Bigfoot Wide Open Throttle rpm : 5500-6000 Recommended Transom Heights : 20”, 25” Right Hand Rotation Standard Gear Reduction : 2.31:1 Approx. Approx. Speed No. of Gross Boat Boat Range Propeller Diameter Pitch Blades Material Wgt.

  • Page 15: Table Of Contents

    MAINTENANCE IMPORTANT INFORMATION Section 1B - Maintenance Table of Contents Special Tools ......1B-1 Changing Engine Oil .

  • Page 16: Quicksilver Lubricant/Sealant

    MAINTENANCE Quicksilver Lubricant/Sealant 1. Quicksilver Anti-Corrosion Grease P/N 92-78376A6 2. 2-4-C Marine Lubricant with Teflon P/N 92-825407A12 3. Special Lubricant 101 P/N 92-13872A1 4. Quicksilver Power Trim and Steering Fluid P/N 92-190100A12 Page 1B-2 90-828631R3 MARCH 1999...
  • Page 17 5. Quicksilver 4-Stroke Outboard Oil P/N 92-828000A12 6. Gear Lube-Premium Blend P/N 92-19007A24 7. Quicksilver 4-Cycle Marine Engine Oil P/N 92-832111A1 4-CYCLE MARINE ENGINE OIL Premium Blend SAE 25W-40 NET 32 OZ (1 QT) 946 ml 90-828631R3 MARCH 1999 Page 1B-3...

  • Page 18: Inspection And Maintenance Schedule

    MAINTENANCE Inspection And Maintenance Schedule To keep your outboard in the best operating condition, it is important that your outboard re- ceive the periodic inspections and maintenance listed in the Inspection and Maintenance Schedule. We urge you to keep it maintained properly to ensure the safety of you and your passengers and retain its dependability.

  • Page 19: Every 100 Hours Of Use Or Once Yearly, Whichever Occurs First

    MAINTENANCE Every 100 Hours of Use or Once yearly, Whichever occurs first 1. Lubricate all lubrication points. Lubricate more frequently when used in salt water. 2. Change engine oil and replace the oil filter. The oil should be changed more often when the engine is operated under adverse conditions such as extended trolling.

  • Page 20: Corrosion Control Anode

    MAINTENANCE Corrosion Control Anode Your outboard has control anodes at different locations. An anode helps protect the out- board against galvanic corrosion by sacrificing its metal to be slowly eroded instead of the outboard metals. Each anode requires periodic inspection especially in salt water which will accelerate the erosion.

  • Page 21: Spark Plug Inspection

    MAINTENANCE Spark Plug Inspection Inspect spark plugs at the recommended intervals. 1. Remove the spark plug leads by twisting the rubber boots slightly and pull off. 2. Remove the spark plugs to inspect and clean. Replace spark plug if electrode is worn or the insulator is rough, cracked, broken, blistered or fouled.

  • Page 22: Fuse Replacement - Electric Start Models

    MAINTENANCE Fuse Replacement – Electric Start Models The electric starting circuit is protected from overload by an SFE 20 AMP fuse. If the fuse is blown, the electric starter motor will not operate. Try to locate and correct the cause of the overload.

  • Page 23: Lubrication Points

    MAINTENANCE Lubrication Points Lubricate Point 1 with Quicksilver Anti-Corrosion Grease or 2-4-C Marine Lubricant with Teflon 1. Propeller Shaft – Refer to Propeller Replacement for removal and installation of the pro- peller. Coat the entire propeller shaft with lubricant to prevent the propeller hub from cor- roding and seizing to the shaft.

  • Page 24: Checking Power Trim Fluid

    MAINTENANCE Lubricate Point 4 with light weight oil. 4. Steering Cable Grease Fitting – Rotate steering wheel to fully retract the steering cable end into the outboard tilt tube. Lubricate through fitting. Lubricate steering link rod pivot points with light weight oil. Steering Cable End Fitting WARNING...

  • Page 25: Changing Engine Oil

    MAINTENANCE Changing Engine Oil Engine Oil Capacity 3 U.S. Quarts (3.0 Liters) Oil Changing Procedure Pump Method 1. Place the outboard in an vertical upright position. 2. Remove dipstick and thread a Quicksilver Crankcase Oil Pump onto the dipstick tube. Pump out the engine oil into an appropriate container.

  • Page 26: Changing Oil Filter

    MAINTENANCE Changing Oil Filter 1. Place a rag or towel below the oil filter to absorb any spilled oil. 2. Unscrew old filter by turning the filter counterclockwise. 3. Clean the mounting base. Apply film of clean oil to filter gasket. Do not use grease. Screw new filter on until gasket contacts base, then tighten 3/4 to 1 turn.

  • Page 27: Gear Case Lubrication

    MAINTENANCE Gear Case Lubrication When adding or changing gear case lubricant, visually check for the presence of water in the lubricant. If water is present, it may have settled to the bottom and will drain out prior to the lubricant, or it may be mixed with the lubricant, giving it a milky colored appearance. If water is noticed, have the gear case checked by your dealer.Water in the lubricant may result in premature bearing failure or, in freezing temperatures, will turn to ice and damage the gear case.

  • Page 28: 4-1/4 In. (108Mm) Diameter Gear Case

    MAINTENANCE CHECKING GEAR CASE LUBRICANT LEVEL AND REFILLING GEAR CASE 1. Place outboard in a vertical operating position. 2. Remove vent plug. 3. Place lubricant tube into the fill hole and add lubricant until it appears at the vent hole. IMPORTANT: Replace sealing washers if damaged.
  • Page 29 MAINTENANCE DRAINING GEAR CASE 1. Place outboard in a vertical operating position. 2. Place a drain pan below outboard. 3. Remove vent plugs and fill/drain plug and drain lubricant. Vent Plugs and Fill/Drain Plug GEAR CASE LUBRICANT CAPACITY Gear case lubricant capacity is approximately 22.5 fl oz (655 ml). CHECKING LUBRICANT LEVEL AND FILLING GEAR CASE 1.

  • Page 30: Storage Preparation

    MAINTENANCE Storage Preparation The major consideration in preparing your outboard for storage is to protect it from rust, cor- rosion, and damage caused by freezing of trapped water. The following storage procedures should be followed to prepare your outboard for out-of- season storage or prolonged storage (two months or longer).

  • Page 31: Positioning Outboard For Storage

    MAINTENANCE Positioning Outboard for Storage Store outboard in an upright (vertical) position to allow water to drain out of outboard. CAUTION If outboard is stored tilted up in freezing temperature, trapped cooling water or rain water that may have entered the propeller exhaust outlet in the gear case could freeze and cause damage to the outboard.
  • Page 32 GENERAL INFORMATION IMPORTANT INFORMATION Section 1C - General Information Table of Contents Serial Number Location ....1C-1 Power Trim System ......1C-9 Conditions Affecting Performance .

  • Page 33: Conditions Affecting Performance

    30% relative humidity at 77 F (25 C) tempera- ture and a barometric pressure of 29.61 inches of mercury. Summer Conditions of high temperature, low barometric pressure and high humidity all combine to reduce the engine power.

  • Page 34: Boat

    GENERAL INFORMATION Due to the horsepower/rpm characteristics of an engine, this will result in further loss of horsepower at the propeller with another decrease in boat speed. This secondary loss, how- ever, can be regained by switching to a smaller pitch propeller that allows the engine to again run at recommended rpm.

  • Page 35: Engine

    GENERAL INFORMATION CAVITATION Cavitation is caused by water vapor bubbles forming either from a sharp edge or angle on the gear case or from an irregularity in the propeller blade itself. These vapor bubbles flow back and collapse when striking the surface of the propeller blade resulting in the erosion of the propeller blade surface.

  • Page 36: Following Complete Submersion

    GENERAL INFORMATION Following Complete Submersion Submerged While Running (Special Instructions) When an engine is submerged while running, the possibility of internal engine damage is greatly increased. If, after engine is recovered and with spark plugs removed, engine fails to turn over freely when turning flywheel, the possibility of internal damage (bent connecting rod and/or bent crankshaft) exists.

  • Page 37: Propeller Selection

    GENERAL INFORMATION Propeller Selection For in-depth information on marine propellers and boat performance - written by marine en- gineers - see your Authorized Dealer for the illustrated “What You Should Know About Quicksilver Propellers...and Boat Performance Information” (Part No. 90-86144). For best all around performance from your outboard/boat combination, select a propeller that allows the engine to operate in the upper half of the recommended full throttle rpm range with the boat normally loaded (refer to Specifications).

  • Page 38: Propeller Removal/Installation

    GENERAL INFORMATION Propeller Removal/Installation Standard Models WARNING If the propeller shaft is rotated while the engine is in gear, there is the possibility that the engine will crank over and start. To prevent this type of accidental engine start- ing and possible serious injury caused from being struck by a rotating propeller, always shift outboard to neutral position and remove spark plug leads when you are servicing the propeller.
  • Page 39 GENERAL INFORMATION 4. Place a block of wood between gear case and propeller to hold propeller and remove propeller nut. 5. Pull propeller straight off shaft. If propeller is seized to the shaft and cannot be removed, have the propeller removed by an authorized dealer. 6.

  • Page 40: Power Trim System

    GENERAL INFORMATION 8. Flo-Torque II Drive Hub Propellers Forward Thrust Hub Propeller Drive Sleeve Rear Thrust Hub Tab Washer Propeller Nut 9. Place propeller nut retainer over pins. Place a block of wood between gear case and propeller and tighten propeller nut to 55 lb-ft (75 Nm), aligning flat sides of the propeller nut with tabs on the tab washer.

  • Page 41: Trim "In" Angle Adjustment

    GENERAL INFORMATION WARNING Avoid possible serious injury or death. When the outboard is trimmed in or out be- yond a neutral steering condition, a pull on the steering wheel or tiller handle in ei- ther direction may result. Failure to keep a continuous firm grip on the steering wheel or tiller handle when this condition exists can result in loss of boat control as the outboard can turn freely.
  • Page 42 GENERAL INFORMATION In rare circumstances, the owner may decide to limit the trim in. This can be accomplished by repositioning the tilt stop pins into whatever adjustment holes in the transom brackets is desired. WARNING Avoid possible serious injury or death. Adjust outboard to an intermediate trim po- sition as soon as boat is on plane to avoid possible ejection due to boat spin-out.

  • Page 43: Trim Tab Adjustment

    GENERAL INFORMATION Trim Tab Adjustment Propeller steering torque will cause your boat to pull in one direction. This steering torque is a normal thing that results from your outboard not being trimmed so the propeller shaft is parallel to the water surface. The trim tab can help to compensate for this steering torque in many cases and can be adjusted within limits to reduce any unequal steering effort.

  • Page 44: Cylinder Leakage Testing

    GENERAL INFORMATION Cylinder Leakage Testing NOTE: Cylinder leakage testing*, along with compression testing, can help the mechanic pinpoint the source of a mechanical failure by gauging the amount of leakage in an engine cylinder. Refer to the manufactures tester instructions for proper testing procedures. * Courtesy of Snap-On-Tools Cylinder Leakage Tester (Snap-On-Tools MT324) NOTE: Spark plug hole is a 12 mm diameter.

  • Page 45: Painting Procedures

    6. Mix epoxy chromate primer (DP-40) with equal part catalyst (DP-401) per manufactur- ers instructions, allowing proper induction period for permeation of the epoxy primer and catalyst.

  • Page 46: Decal Application

    GENERAL INFORMATION CAUTION Be sure to comply with instructions on the label for ventilation and respirators. Us- ing a spray gun, apply one half to one mil even film thickness. Let dry, flash off for five minutes and apply another even coat of one half to one mil film thickness. This urethane paint will dry to the touch in a matter of hours, but will remain sensitive to scratches and abrasions for a few days.
  • Page 47 GENERAL INFORMATION DECAL APPLICATION 1. Mix ounce (16 ml) of dish washing liquid in one gallon (4 l) of cool water to use as wetting solution. NOTE: Leave protective masking, if present, on the face of decal until final steps of decal installation.
  • Page 48 OUTBOARD MOTOR INSTALLATION IMPORTANT INFORMATION Section 1D - Outboard Motor Installation Table of Contents Electric Fuel Pump ......1D-1 Wiring Harness .

  • Page 49: Start In Gear Protection

    Transom Opening “a” (Minimum) Single Engine (Remote) 19 in. (483 mm) Single Engine (Tiller) 30 in. (762 mm) Dual Engines 40 in. (1016 mm) Engine Center Line For Dual Engines “b” (Minimum) 22 1/2 in. (572 mm) Page 1D-2 90-828631R3 MARCH 1999...

  • Page 50: Lifting Outboard

    OUTBOARD MOTOR INSTALLATION Lifting Outboard 1. Use lifting eye on engine. Steering Cable STARBOARD SIDE ROUTED CABLE 1. Lubricate the entire cable end with 2-4-C Lubricant with Teflon. 2-4-C w/Teflon (92-850736A1) 2. Insert steering cable into tilt tube. 3. Torque nut to specified torque. Nut Torque 35 lb-ft (47.5 Nm) 90-828631R3 MARCH 1999...

  • Page 51: Steering Cable Seal

    OUTBOARD MOTOR INSTALLATION Steering Cable Seal 1. Mark tilt tube 1/4 in. (6.4 mm) from end. Install seal components. 2. Thread cap to the mark. 1/4 in. (6.4 mm) 1/4 in. (6.4 mm) Mark Plastic Spacer O-Ring Seal Steering Link Rod 1.

  • Page 52: Installing Outboard - Thumb Screw Models

    OUTBOARD MOTOR INSTALLATION Installing Outboard – Thumb Screw Models WARNING Outboard must be fastened to boat transom one of two ways: 1. permanently fas- tened to transom with thumb screws, and mounting bolts (provided), or 2. secured to the transom using the optional outboard mounting kit (shown below). Should the outboard strike an underwater object or be steered into a sharp turn, failure to fas- ten outboard correctly to the boat transom with mounting bolts or optional mount- ing kit could result in outboard ejecting suddenly off boat transom causing serious...

  • Page 53: Installing Outboard - Non Thumb Screw Models

    OUTBOARD MOTOR INSTALLATION Installing Outboard – Non Thumb Screw Models 1. Attach (tape) engine mounting template (located in this manual) to boat transom. 2. Mark and drill four 17/32 in. (13.5 mm) mounting holes. 3. Install the outboard so that the anti-ventilation plate is in-line or within 1 in. (25 mm) be- low the bottom of the boat.

  • Page 54: Wiring Harness

    OUTBOARD MOTOR INSTALLATION Wiring Harness IMPORTANT: Warning Horn Requirement – The remote control or key switch assem- bly must be wired with a warning horn. This warning horn is used with the engine warning system. 1. Route wiring harness into bottom cowl. 2.

  • Page 55: Battery Cable Connections

    OUTBOARD MOTOR INSTALLATION Battery Cable Connections Single Outboards (–) Red Sleeve (Positive) Black Sleeve (Negative) Starting Battery Dual outboards 1. Connect a common ground cable (wire size same as engine battery cables) between negative (–) terminals on starting batteries. (–) (–) Ground Cable (Same Wire Size As Engine Battery Cable) –...

  • Page 56: Shift And Throttle Cable 45 And 50 Hp Models

    OUTBOARD MOTOR INSTALLATION Shift and Throttle Cable 45 and 50 hp Models Install cables into the remote control following the instructions provided with the remote con- trol. NOTE: Install the shift cable to the engine first. The shift cable is the first cable to move when the remote control handle is moved out of neutral.
  • Page 57 OUTBOARD MOTOR INSTALLATION 5. Push in on the cable end until resistance is felt. 6. While pushing in on the cable end, adjust the cable barrel to attain the measured dis- tance taken in Step 3. Adjust Cable Barrel To Attain The Measured Distance Taken In Step 3 Cable Barrel 7.

  • Page 58: 45-50 Hp - Throttle Cable Installation

    OUTBOARD MOTOR INSTALLATION 45-50 hp - Throttle Cable Installation 1. Position remote control into neutral. 2. Fit throttle cable through rubber grommet. Throttle Cable 3. Install throttle cable with retainer pin. Lock retainer pin in place. Throttle Cable Retainer Pin 90-828631R3 MARCH 1999 Page 1D-11...
  • Page 59 OUTBOARD MOTOR INSTALLATION 4. Move the throttle linkage arm down. Throttle Linkage Arm 5. While holding down the throttle linkage arm (“a” Step 4), adjust the throttle barrel until a 1/8 in. (3.2 mm) gap exists between the oval shaped boss and the cam. 1/8 in.

  • Page 60: Trim-In Stop Adjustment - Power Trim Models

    OUTBOARD MOTOR INSTALLATION 6. Fasten control cables with the cable latch. IMPORTANT: After installation, move the remote control handle a few times from the neutral position to the wide-open-throttle position in forward gear. Move handle back to neutral and repeat Step 6. Visually Check for the specified gap between the oval shaped boss and the throttle cam.
  • Page 61 OUTBOARD MOTOR INSTALLATION If boat tends to pull to the left, move the rear edge of the trim tab to the left. NOTE: Trim tab adjustment will have little effect reducing steering torque if the anti-ventila- tion plate is raised 2 inches (50 mm) or more above the boat bottom. Page 1D-14 90-828631R3 MARCH 1999...
  • Page 62 IGNITION ELECTRICAL Section 2A - Ignition Table of Contents Specifications ......2A-2 Testing Ignition Components .

  • Page 63: Specifications

    3.5 - 4.7 kΩ C.D.I. Engine Speed Limiter 6120 - 6280 rpm C.D.I. Overheat Speed Control 1600 - 2400 rpm Engine Temperature Switch Above 131 F (55 C) No Continuity Below 104 F (40 C) Continuity Page 2A-2 90-828631R3 MARCH 1999...

  • Page 64: Special Tools

    IGNITION Special Tools 1. Flywheel Holder P/N 91-83163M. 2. Flywheel Puller P/N 91-83164M. 90-828631R3 MARCH 1999 Page 2A-3...

  • Page 65: Flywheel

    IGNITION Flywheel Loctite “222” Small Screw Threadlocker (92-809818) 4-stroke Outboard Oil (92-828000A12) Page 2A-4 90-828631R3 MARCH 1999...

  • Page 66: Flywheel

    IGNITION Flywheel TORQUE REF. REF. QTY. DESCRIPTION lb-in. lb-ft COVER GROMMET TUBING (19 IN.) DAMPER WASHER FLYWHEEL DECAL-Warning Spinning flywheel SCREW (M6 x 25) STATOR BASE–Stator SCREW 11.5 COIL–Pulser SCREW (M5 x 10) DECAL-Warning Neutral DECAL-Engine Oil/Valve clearance DECAL-EPA INFO (1999)(SEE NOTE) NOTE: THE EPA LABEL HAS IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON EPA EMISSION REGULATIONS.

  • Page 67: Electrical Components

    IGNITION Electrical Components NOTE: APPLY LIQUID NEOPRENE TO ALL EYELET WIRING TERMINAL CONNECTIONS. Dielectric Grease (92-823506--1) Loctite PST Pipe Sealant (92-809822) Page 2A-6 90-828631R3 MARCH 1999...

  • Page 68: Electrical Components

    IGNITION Electrical Components TORQUE REF. REF. QTY. DESCRIPTION lb-in. lb-ft SCREW (M6 x 25) 11.5 ELECTRIC CONTROLLER (50) ELECTRIC CONTROLLER (4045) BRACKET (NON-BIGFOOT) BRACKET (BIGFOOT) SCREW (M8 x 35) 17.5 23.7 SOLENOID PLATE SCREW (M6 x 16) STARTER SOLENOID BRACKET VOLTAGE REGULATOR SCREW (M6 x 25) 11.5...

  • Page 69: Ignition Description

    IGNITION Ignition Description The ignition system uses CDI (Capacitor Discharge Ignition). This system provides quick voltage buildup and strong spark required for high power and high performance engines. The CDI ignition system does not incorporate mechanically operated points, therefor mak- ing this CDI unit virtually maintenance free.

  • Page 70: Trigger Coil

    IGNITION Trigger Coil Trigger Coil A single wound coil with magnet core mounted to one side of the stator mounting base. The trigger is positioned on the outside of the flywheel assembly and is charged when a raised boss on the flywheel passes the trigger/magnet winding. A pulse voltage is then sent to an (SCR) switch within the CDI unit.

  • Page 71: Flywheel Assembly

    (CDI) unit. The voltage is multiplied by the coil until it can jump the spark plug gap. The ignition coil will produce a high voltage current each crankshaft revolution, producing a spark at each cylinder at the same time (Waisted Spark Ignition). Ignition coil maximum output is approximately 40,000 volts. Page 2A-10 90-828631R3 MARCH 1999...

  • Page 72: Ignition Test Procedures

    IGNITION Ignition Test Procedures Direct Voltage Adapter (DVA) WARNING DANGER – HIGH VOLTAGE/SHOCK HAZARD! Do not touch ignition components and/or metal test probes while engine is running and/or being “cranked”. STAY CLEAR OF SPARK PLUG LEADS. To assure personal safety, each individual spark plug lead should be grounded to engine.

  • Page 73: Ignition Troubleshooting

    IGNITION Ignition Troubleshooting WARNING DANGER - HIGH VOLTAGE/SHOCK HAZARD! Do not touch ignition components and/or metal test probes while engine is running and/or being “cranked”. STAY CLEAR OF SPARK PLUG LEADS. To assure personal safety, each individual spark plug lead should be grounded to engine. WARNING When testing or servicing the ignition system, high voltage is present.

  • Page 74: Ignition Diagnostic Procedures

    IGNITION Ignition Diagnostic Procedures TROUBLESHOOTING TIP: With engine running, use inductive timing light to check spark advance of each cylinder as throttle is opened and closed. If timing advances and retards on each cylinder, ignition system is MOST LIKELY functioning properly. IMPORTANT: If outboard appears to have an ignition system failure, it is recom- mended that before beginning in-depth troubleshooting: Ensure that the engine is mechanically sound condition.
  • Page 75 IGNITION Weak Spark Condition Ground Connection at: (Low Primary Voltage) a - ignition coil b - (CDI) unit c - stator High Resistance To Ground at: a - stop/lanyard switch (water/corrosion) Weak Charge Coil (CDI) Unit Failure Ignition Coil/High Tension Lead(s) Spark Plug(s) Spark Plug Cap (Resistor) Timing Fluctuates...

  • Page 76: Testing Ignition Components

    When performing resistance tests, all component leads must be disconnected. Readings may very slightly due to temperature changes. Reading listed taken at 68 (20 C). TRIGGER COIL TEST OHMS 10 20 10 30 15 40 0 0 5 4 6 8 VOLTS DC AMPS METER TEST LEADS...

  • Page 77: Stator Test (Ignition Charge Coil)

    IGNITION STATOR TEST (IGNITION CHARGE COIL) OHMS 2 4 6 8 10 VOLTS DC AMPS METER TEST LEADS METER SCALE OHMS READING BLACK 272 408 272 - 408 LIGHTING COIL OHMS 2 4 6 8 10 VOLTS DC AMPS METER TEST LEADS METER SCALE OHMS READING BLACK...

  • Page 78: Ignition Coil (Primary)

    IGNITION IGNITION COIL (PRIMARY) METER TEST LEADS METER SCALE OHMS READING BLACK 0 1 0 7 0.1 - 0.7 ORANGE BLACK SPARK PLUG CAP REMOVAL NOTE: High tension cables must have spark plug cap removed before testing. Cap contains 5k ohm resistor. IMPORTANT: To remove spark plug cap from high tension leads, turn cap counter- clockwise while applying slight outward pressure.

  • Page 79: Spark Plug Cap Resistor Test

    METER SCALE OHMS READING BLACK RXKΩ 3.5 - 5.2 THERMO SWITCH 57398 Thermo Switch 1. Check continuity of switch. Thermo Switch Continuity Check Above 131 F (50 C) No Continuity Below 104 F (40 C) Continuity Page 2A-18 90-828631R3 MARCH 1999...

  • Page 80: Flywheel Removal And Installation

    IGNITION Flywheel Removal and Installation Flywheel Removal WARNING Engine could possibly start when turning flywheel during removal and installation. To prevent this type of accidental engine starting and possible serious injury, al- ways remove spark plug leads from spark plugs. 1.

  • Page 81: Flywheel Installation

    IGNITION Flywheel Installation 1. Place flywheel key into slot. 2. Install flywheel. 3. Hold flywheel using flywheel holder (91-83163M). Apply oil to threads on crankshaft and tighten nut to the specified torque. FLYWHEEL WITHOUT LOAD RING & SPACER 53278 Flywheel Key Washer Apply Oil to Threads Flywheel Nut Torque...

  • Page 82: Flywheel With Load Ring & Spacer

    IGNITION FLYWHEEL WITH LOAD RING & SPACER 53278 4-Stroke Outboard Oil (92-828000A12) Flywheel Key Washer Spacer Load Ring NOTE: Load Ring is for one time use and must be replaced if flywheel is removed. Flywheel Nut Torque 116 lb-ft (157 Nm) 90-828631R3 MARCH 1999 Page 2A-21...

  • Page 83: (Cdi) Unit Removal And Installation

    IGNITION (CDI) Unit Removal and Installation 1. Remove and install the (CDI) unit as shown. 2. Refer to Section 2 Part D for wiring diagrams. 28341 (CDI) Unit Mounting Bolts (2) (CDI) Mounting Bolt Torque 100 lb-in. (11.3 Nm) Page 2A-22 90-828631R3 MARCH 1999...

  • Page 84: Ignition Coil Removal And Installation

    IGNITION Ignition Coil Removal and Installation 1. Remove and install ignition coils as shown. 2. Refer to Section 2 Part D for wiring diagrams. 28342 Top Ignition Coil Bottom Ignition Coil Bolt - Fasten (and Ground) Coil Ground Leads Ignition Coil Mounting Bolt Torque 75 lb-in.

  • Page 85: Rectifier Removal And Installation

    IGNITION Rectifier Removal and Installation 1. Remove and install rectifier as shown. 2. Refer to Section 2 Part D for wiring diagrams. 55625 Rectifier Bolts (2) Rectifier Mounting Bolt Torque 100 lb-in. (11.3 Nm) Page 2A-24 90-828631R3 MARCH 1999...

  • Page 86: Stator Removal And Installation

    IGNITION Stator Removal and Installation 1. Remove and install flywheel. Refer to Flywheel Removal and Installation. 2. Remove and install the stator as shown. 3. Fasten wiring together with sta-strap. 4. Refer to Section 2 Part D for Wiring Diagrams. 28338 Loctite “222”...

  • Page 87: Trigger Coil Removal And Installation

    IGNITION Trigger Coil Removal and Installation 1. Remove and install the trigger coil as shown. 2. Fasten wiring together with sta-strap. 3. Set the air gap at .030 in. (0.77 mm) between the trigger and flywheel. 4. Refer to Section 2 Part D for wiring diagrams. .030 in.
  • Page 88 CHARGING AND STARTING SYSTEM ELECTRICAL Section 2B - Charging And Starting System Table of Contents Specifications ......2B-2 Starting System Components .

  • Page 89: Specifications

    CHARGING AND STARTING SYSTEM Specifications Alternator Type Three Phase Alternator Output: CHARGING Electric Start 12 Volts - 10 Amps (Regulated) SYSTEM Lighting Coil Resistance (Grn - Grn) 1.2 - 3.2 Ohms @ 68 F (20 C) Lighting Coil Output Peak Voltage 8.9 Volts @ 1500 rpm P/N 50-825095 Top Mounted Electric Start:...

  • Page 90: Special Tools

    CHARGING AND STARTING SYSTEM Special Tools 91-99750A1 Multi Meter/DVA Tester 91-854009A1 Digital Tack Multi Meter 90-828631R3 MARCH 1999 Page 2B-3...

  • Page 91: Starter Motor (S/N-0G472132 & Below)

    CHARGING AND STARTING SYSTEM Starter Motor (S/N-0G472132 & Below) Liquid Neoprene (92-25711--2) 2-4-C w/Teflon (92-850736A1) 4-Stroke Outboard Oil (92-828000A12) Page 2B-4 90-828631R3 MARCH 1999...
  • Page 92 CHARGING AND STARTING SYSTEM Starter Motor (S/N-0G472132 & Below) TORQUE REF. REF. QTY. DESCRIPTION lb-in. lb-ft STARTER MOTOR RETAINER GEAR BRACKET–front METAL O RING WASHER KIT ARMATURE STATOR SPRING BRUSH HOLDER ASSEMBLY BRUSH SET WASHER BRACKET–rear BOLT BOLT (M8 x 45) 22.5 31.0 BOLT (M8 x 30)

  • Page 93: Starter Motor (S/N-0G472133 & Up)

    CHARGING AND STARTING SYSTEM Starter Motor (S/N-0G472133 & UP) Page 2B-6 90-828631R3 MARCH 1999...
  • Page 94 CHARGING AND STARTING SYSTEM Starter Motor (S/N-0G472133 & UP) TORQUE REF. REF. QTY. DESCRIPTION lb-in. lb-ft STARTER MOTOR THRU BOLT DRIVE KIT DRIVE ASSEMBLY DRIVE CAP ARMATURE COMMUTATOR CAP BRUSH & SPRING KIT BRUSH HOLDER SCREW SCREW (M8 x 50) 16.5 22.5 LOCKWASHER...

  • Page 95: Battery

    CHARGING AND STARTING SYSTEM Battery Recommended Battery A 12 volt battery with a minimum rating of 465 marine cranking amps (MCA) or 350 cold cranking amps (CCA). For operation below 32 F (0 C) a rating of 1000 Marine Cranking Amps (MCA) or 775 Cold Cranking Amps (CCA) is recommended.

  • Page 96: Battery Charging System

    CHARGING AND STARTING SYSTEM Battery Charging System Description (10 Ampere) The battery charging system components are the stator lighting coils, rectifier/regulator and battery. Alternating current (generated in stator lighting coils) flows to the rectifier/regulator, which changes the alternating current to a regulated direct current for charging the battery. Wiring Diagram (10 Ampere) Blk = Black Blu = Blue...

  • Page 97: Alternator System Test (10 Ampere Stator)

    CHARGING AND STARTING SYSTEM Alternator System Test (10 Ampere Stator) 1. Check battery voltage at battery with engine running. 2. If battery voltage is above 14.5-15.0 volts, replace voltage regulator/rectifier. Check con- dition of battery as overcharging may have damaged battery. 3.

  • Page 98: Stator Ohms Test (Alternator Lighting/Charging Coil)

    CHARGING AND STARTING SYSTEM Stator Ohms Test (Alternator Lighting/Charging Coil) NOTE: Stator can be tested without removing from engine. 1. Disconnect the three wire (stator harness plug). 2. Use an ohm meter and perform the following test. NOTE: When measuring the resistance of 10 ohms or less using a digital ohm meter, if the correct measurement cannot be obtained, place the meter selector to a lower resistance measurement.
  • Page 99 CHARGING AND STARTING SYSTEM Rectifier/Regulator Diode Test GRN/WHT GRN/WHT Voltage Regulator/Rectifier Test Point - BLK Test Point- GRN (1) Test Point- GRN (2) Test Point- GRN/WHT Test Point- RED IMPORTANT: When performing a diode test on the rectifier/regulator, use only a digi- tal meter with the capability of selecting a diode inspection mode.

  • Page 100: Starting System Components

    CHARGING AND STARTING SYSTEM Starting System Components The starting system consists of the following components. 1. Battery 2. Starter Solenoid 3. Neutral Safety Switch 4. Starter Motor 5. Ignition Switch Description The function of the starting system is to crank the engine. The battery supplies electrical energy to crank the starter motor.

  • Page 101: Starter Solenoid Test

    CHARGING AND STARTING SYSTEM Starter Solenoid Test 1. Inspect starter solenoid for cracks, loose terminals or loose terminal lead connections. 2. Connect ohm meter between terminals of starter solenoid. 3. Connect the BLACK lead from solenoid to battery negative (–) terminal and momentarily connect the BROWN lead to the positive (+) terminal of battery.
  • Page 102 CHARGING AND STARTING SYSTEM The following “STARTING CIRCUIT TROUBLESHOOTING FLOW CHART” is designed as an aid to troubleshooting the starting circuit. This flow chart will accurately locate any exist- ing malfunction. Location of “TEST POINTS” (called out in the chart) are numbered in dia- gram below.
  • Page 103 CHARGING AND STARTING SYSTEM * Battery Voltage TEST 2 a. Disconnect BLACK ground wire(s) from Test Point 2. b. Connect voltmeter between common engine ground and Test Point 2. No voltage reading; c. Turn ignition key to “Start” position. proceed to TEST 3. 12 Volt Reading* TEST 3 a.

  • Page 104: Starter Motor P/N 50-825095 (Top Mounted) . 2B-17

    CHARGING AND STARTING SYSTEM Starter Motor P/N 50-825095 (Top Mounted) Removal CAUTION Disconnect the battery leads from the battery before removing starter. 1. Disconnect the battery leads from the battery. 2. Disconnect the ground cables. 3. Remove starter mounting bolts. 4.

  • Page 105: Disassembly

    CHARGING AND STARTING SYSTEM Disassembly 1. Press down the pinion stopper and remove the circlip. Remove the pinion. Pinion Pinion Stopper Circlip (discard and use new circlip on assembly) 2. Remove through bolts and disassemble starter motor assembly. Cleaning and Inspection 1.
  • Page 106 CHARGING AND STARTING SYSTEM BRUSH HOLDER 10. Inspect brushes for wear. Replace brush holder if not within specifications. Wear Limit - 0.47 (12.0 mm) 11. Ohm test the brush holder. The positive (+) brushes should not show continuity to brush holder.
  • Page 107 CHARGING AND STARTING SYSTEM 14. Measure the armature shaft for deflection. If the armature has greater than 0.002 in. (0.05 mm) deflection, replace armature. Armature V-Block Dial Indicator Gauge 15. Measure the commutator diameter. Replace if not within specification. MIN. Commutator Commutator Diameter Wear Limit - 1.22 in.
  • Page 108 CHARGING AND STARTING SYSTEM 17. After cleaning, ohm test each segment of the commutator as shown. If ohm test reading is other than listed, replace the armature. ARMATURE COIL CONTINUITY METER TEST LEADS METER READING SCALE BLACK CONTINUITY CONTINUITY SEGMENT SEGMENT Commutator Lamination...

  • Page 109: Reassembly

    CHARGING AND STARTING SYSTEM Reassembly 1. Place washers on the armature shaft. 2. Place armature shaft into front bracket. Washer (Fiber) .08 in. (2.0 mm) Thick Washer .04 in. (1.0 mm) Thick Washers (Use as Required) (Adjust Washers Until 0.05 - 0.010 in. (0.05 - 0.25 mm) Axial Play Exist on the Armature Shaft Front Bracket 1.
  • Page 110 CHARGING AND STARTING SYSTEM 4. Install stator onto the front bracket. Align Projection with cut in the cover. NOTE: Make sure stator is installed so magnets are positioned correctly. 3/4 in. (19.0 mm) 53833 O-Ring Seal Space Between Magnets and Stator End Align Projection with Cut in the Bracket Stator Front Bracket...
  • Page 111 CHARGING AND STARTING SYSTEM 6. Install rear bracket. Insert wire insulator into slot and align projection with cut in bracket. 53832 O-Ring Seal Wire Insulator Align Projection with Cut in the Rear Bracket Rear Bracket 7. Fasten brush card to rear bracket with two screws. 8.

  • Page 112: Installation

    CHARGING AND STARTING SYSTEM Installation 1. Tighten mounting bolts to specified torque. Connect yellow cable and J-clamp with bot- tom bolt. 2. Reconnect the ground cables. 53866 Yellow Cable Mounting Bolts Ground Cables J Clamp Starter Motor Mounting Bolt Torque 22.7 lb-ft (30.8 Nm) 90-828631R3 MARCH 1999 Page 2B-25...

  • Page 113: Starter Motor P/N 50-834749 (Side Mounted) . 2B-26

    CHARGING AND STARTING SYSTEM Starter Motor P/N 50-834749 (Side Mounted) Removal WARNING Always disconnect the battery and remove spark plug leads from spark plugs be- fore working on motor. 1. Disconnect battery leads from battery. 2. Disconnect BLACK cable. 3. Remove 3 bolts. 4.

  • Page 114: Disassembly

    CHARGING AND STARTING SYSTEM Disassembly 1. Remove 2 thru bolts and commutator end cap, taking care not to lose brush springs. Thru Bolts Commutator End Cap Brush Springs 2. Press down the pinion stopper and remove the circlip. Remove the pinion. Pinion Pinion Stopper Circlip (discard and use new circlip on assembly)

  • Page 115: Cleaning And Inspection

    CHARGING AND STARTING SYSTEM Cleaning and Inspection 1. Clean all motor parts. 2. Check pinion teeth for chips, cracks or excessive wear. 3. Replace the drive clutch spring and/or collar, if tension is not adequate, or if wear is ex- cessive.

  • Page 116: Testing

    CHARGING AND STARTING SYSTEM Testing ARMATURE TEST FOR SHORTS Check armature for short circuits by placing on growler and holding hack saw blade over armature core while armature is rotated. If saw blade vibrates, armature is shorted. Re- check after cleaning between commutator bars. If saw blade still vibrates, replace armature. ARMATURE TEST FOR GROUND 1.
  • Page 117 CHARGING AND STARTING SYSTEM CHECKING POSITIVE BRUSHES AND TERMINALS 1. Connect ohmmeter (R x 1 scale) leads between positive brushes. 2. Ohmmeter must indicate full continuity (zero resistance). If resistance is indicated, check lead to positive terminal solder connection. If connection cannot be repaired, brushes must be replaced.

  • Page 118: Brush Replacement

    CHARGING AND STARTING SYSTEM Brush Replacement IMPORTANT: Replace brushes that are pitted or worn to less than 1/4 in. (6.4mm) in length 11660 Positive (+) Terminal Long Brush Lead Push Lead Into Slot Insulating Washer Flat Washer Lock Washer 11656 Positive (+) Brushes Negative (–) Brushes Brush Holder...

  • Page 119: Reassembly

    CHARGING AND STARTING SYSTEM Reassembly 1. Lubricate helix threads and drive end cap bushing with SAE 10W oil. 2. Install the pinion, spring, and pinion stopper onto starter shaft. 3. Place circlip into groove on shaft. 4. Press the pinion stopper over the circlip. IMPORTANT: Install new circlip for reassembly.
  • Page 120 CHARGING AND STARTING SYSTEM 5. Construct a brush retainer tool as shown. Brush Retainer Tool Layout (Full Size) 18-Gauge Sheet Metal METRIC SCALE 3” = 76.2mm 2” = 50.8mm 1-3/4” = 44.5mm 1-11/16” = 42.9mm 3/4” = 19.1mm 1/2” = 12.7mm Brush Retainer Tool Side View (Full Size) 90-828631R3 MARCH 1999 Page 2B-33...
  • Page 121 CHARGING AND STARTING SYSTEM 6. Place springs and brushes into brush holder and hold in place with brush retainer tool. 7. Lubricate bushing with one drop of SAE 10W oil. DO NOT over-lubricate 11661 Brush Retainer Tool Bushing 8. Position armature into starter frame so that commutator end of armature is at end of starter frame where permanent magnets are recessed 1 in.

  • Page 122: Installation

    CHARGING AND STARTING SYSTEM Installation 1. Secure starter to block with 3 bolts. Torque bolts to specified torque. Secure NEGATIVE battery lead to block with bottom bolt. 2. Connect battery lead (BLACK cable) to starter. Torque attaching nut to specified torque. 55626 Black Cable Bolts (3)
  • Page 123 6120 - 6280 rpm C.D.I. Overheat Speed Control 1600 - 2400 rpm Engine Temperature Switch Below 131 F (55 C) No Continuity Above 104 F (40 C) Continuity Idle rpm (Out Of Gear) 45 hp 25 rpm 40/50 hp 25 rpm...
  • Page 124 TIMING, SYNCHRONIZING, & ADJUSTING Special Tools 1. Carburetor Tuner P/N 91-809641A1 2. Timing Light P/N 91-99379 Exhaust Manifold Adaptor P/N 91-809905A1 Idle Mixture Screw Adjuster (45 HP Bodensee Models Only) P/N 91-809906A1 5. DMT 2000 Digital Tachometer Multi-meter P/N 91-854009A1 Page 2C-2 90-828631R3 MARCH 1999...
  • Page 125 Idle rpm in Forward Gear 45 hp 25 rpm 40/50 hp 25 rpm 4. Rev engine 2 or 3 times and allow to idle for 15 seconds. If the engine holds a stable idle condition, then no other adjustments are necessary.
  • Page 126 Intake Manifold Hose Adaptor (4) Filters (35-18206) Carburetor Tuner (91-809641A1) CAUTION To avoid the possibility of drawing mercury from the vacuum gauge into the engine, do not run engine at high rpm speed and avoid rapid throttle deceleration (high vac- uum situations). SYNCHRONIZING CARBURETORS 1.
  • Page 127 TIMING, SYNCHRONIZING, & ADJUSTING NOTE: Keep engine speed set at approximately 1000 rpm in neutral while synchronizing carburetors. Idle rpm Screw 4. Read the vacuum of cylinder #4. It’s not important to be at any specific vacuum setting. 1 2 3 4 Vacuum Reading Cylinder #4.
  • Page 128 TIMING, SYNCHRONIZING, & ADJUSTING NOTE: Keep viewing the tachometer, as the engine rpm may fluctuate during adjustments. Keep adjusting the idle rpm screw in order to keep the engine speed at approximately 1000 rpm. Example If the vacuum reading of Cyl. #4 is 32 cm, then adjust carburetor screws 3, 2, and 1 to obtain the listed averaged vacuum values at the other cylin- ders.
  • Page 129 TIMING, SYNCHRONIZING, & ADJUSTING Idle Mixture Screw Adjustment NOTE: Idle mixture screw adjustment is required when stable idling could not be obtained after synchronization. NOTE: The engine should be completely warmed up for the adjustment. Correct adjust- ments can not be obtained in a cold condition. NOTE: The idle mixture screw is: Adjustable: -All model years for the 45 hp version...
  • Page 130 TIMING, SYNCHRONIZING, & ADJUSTING DYNAMIC ADJUSTMENT (45 HP MODELS) NOTE: CO metering equipment has to be used to accurately adjust the idle mixture screws within the exhaust emissions limits. 1. Remove four plugs from the exhaust manifold. 2. Install a exhaust manifold hose adaptor (91-809905A1) in each plug hole. Exhaust Manifold Plugs (4) Exhaust Manifold Hose Adaptor (91-809905A1) Plug - Hose Adaptor...
  • Page 131 TIMING, SYNCHRONIZING, & ADJUSTING Dashpot Adjustment NOTE: Dash-pot adjustment is required when engine stalls upon quick deceleration. NOTE: The engine should be completely warmed up for the adjustment. Correct adjust- ments can not be obtained in a cold condition. 1. Pull out the retarder plunger fully. 2.
  • Page 132 To prevent personal injury from spinning flywheel, Do Not attempt to remove fly- wheel cover or place hands on top of cover when checking ignition timing. Timing Specifications 40/45 Full Retarded - 5 B.T.D.C. Full Advanced (2500-3000 rpm) - 25 B.T.D.C.
  • Page 133 2. Slowly increase the engine rpm while watching the ignition timing marks. The timing should increase to the maximum timing specification “Full Advance” at approximately 2500-3000 RPM. (If not within specification window, refer to Diagnostic Test Procedures Section 2A.) 50 hp 40/45 hp Timing Mark (Full Advance) 90-828631R3 MARCH 1999 Page 2C-11...
  • Page 134 WIRING DIAGRAMS ELECTRICAL Section 2D - Wiring Diagrams Table of Contents Electric Start Wiring Diagram ....2D-2 Commander 3000 Panel Mount Control ..2D-6 Tiller Handle Wiring Diagram .

  • Page 135: Electric Start Wiring Diagram

    WIRING DIAGRAMS Electric Start Wiring Diagram PTC Heater Solenoid Coil CDI Unit Trim Down Relay Trim Up Relay Starter Trim Pump 20 Amp Fuse Starter Relay Voltage Regulator Cowl Mounted Trim Switch Stator Trigger Oil Pressure Switch Ignition Coil Remote Wiring Plug Spark Plugs Block Temperature Switch Thermo Switch...

  • Page 136: Tiller Handle Wiring Diagram

    WIRING DIAGRAMS Tiller Handle Wiring Diagram YEL/RED BLK/YEL BLK/YEL BLK/YEL BLK/YEL YEL/RED YEL/ TAN/BLU BLK = Black BLU = Blue GRY = Gray GRN = Green PUR = Purple RED = Red TAN = Tan YEL = Yellow Neutral Start Switch Auxiliary Harness Not Used Horn...

  • Page 137: Commander Remote Control (Electric Start)

    WIRING DIAGRAMS Commander Remote Control (Electric Start) BLK = Black BRN = Brown GRY = Gray GRN = Green RED = Red WHT = White YEL = Yellow Ignition Choke Switch Emergency Stop Switch Neutral Start Switch Tachometer/Accessories Harness Connector Wiring Harness Connector Page 2D-4 90-828631R3 MARCH 1999...

  • Page 138: Commander 2000 Remote Control (Electric Start)

    WIRING DIAGRAMS Commander 2000 Remote Control (Electric Start) BLK = Black BRN = Brown GRY = Gray GRN = Green RED = Red WHT = White YEL = Yellow Wiring Harness Connector Tachometer/Accessories Harness Connector Ignition/Choke Switch Emergency Stop Switch Neutral Start Switch 90-828631R3 MARCH 1999 Page 2D-5...

  • Page 139: Commander 3000 Panel Mount Control

    WIRING DIAGRAMS Commander 3000 Panel Mount Control BLK/YEL BLU/WHT Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â GRN/WHT YEL/RED BLK = Black YEL/RED BLU = Blue BRN = Brown GRN = Green GRY = Gray PUR = Purple YEL/RED RED = Red TAN = Tan WHT = White...

  • Page 140: Power Trim Switch Wiring Diagram

    WIRING DIAGRAMS Power Trim Switch Wiring Diagram GRN/WHT LT. GRN/WHT LT. GRN/WHT BLU/WHT LT. BLU/WHT LT. BLU/WHT GRN = Green BLU = Blue RED = Red WHT = White Trim Switch Starter Relay 90-828631R3 MARCH 1999 Page 2D-7...

  • Page 141: Remote Wiring Harness Connection To Engine

    WIRING DIAGRAMS Remote Wiring Harness Connection to Engine ELECTRIC START REMOTE CONTROL MODEL 1. Route the remote wiring harness to the back of the engine block as shown. Remote Wiring Harness 2. Plug the remote wiring harness into the engine wiring harness connector. Push the har- ness connection into the holder.
  • Page 142 FUEL PUMP FUEL SYSTEM Section 3A - Fuel Pump Table of Contents Specifications ......3A-1 Fuel Pump Disassembly .

  • Page 143: Fuel Pump

    FUEL PUMP Fuel Pump Page 3A-2 90-828631R3 MARCH 1999...
  • Page 144 FUEL PUMP Fuel Pump TORQUE REF. REF. QTY. DESCRIPTION lb-in. lb-ft FUEL PUMP SCREW Drive Tight O RING DIAPHRAGM SCREW Drive Tight CHECK VALVE DIAPHRAGM SPRING SPRING PLUNGER O RING SCREW J CLAMP FUEL CONNECTOR – O RING TUBING (19 IN.) TUBING (16 IN.) STA STRAP FUEL FILTER...

  • Page 145: Fuel Pump Operation

    FUEL PUMP Fuel Pump Operation 1. The fuel pump is a diaphragm pump which is mechanically driven off of the rocker arm. 2. The black mounting block (insulator) and the two outlets on the fuel pump help prevent vapor lock. 3.

  • Page 146: Fuel Pump Removal

    FUEL PUMP Fuel Pump Removal 1. Remove sta-straps from fuel lines. IMPORTANT: The hose fittings on the fuel pump can break if you try twisting or pull- ing the hoses off. Remove hoses by slowly prying off the hoses using a small screw- driver.

  • Page 147: Fuel Pump

    FUEL PUMP Fuel Pump Disassembly 1. Remove screws to separate pump cover, cover seal, and diaphragm, from pump body. 28378 Screws (4) Pump Cover Cover Seal Diaphragm Pump Body Nuts (4) 2. Rotate plunger to line up slots. 53615 Slots Offset Slots Aligned 3.

  • Page 148: Cleaning/Inspection/Repair

    FUEL PUMP Cleaning/Inspection/Repair 1. Inspect fuel filter for cracks/clogs, replace if necessary. 2. Inspect the check valves for damage, replace if necessary. 3. Inspect springs for damage, replace if necessary. 4. Inspect cover seal and diaphragm, replace if damaged. Cover Seal Diaphragm 90-828631R3 MARCH 1999 Page 3A-7...

  • Page 149: Fuel Pump Reassembly

    FUEL PUMP Fuel Pump Reassembly 1. Assemble springs, diaphragm, and plunger onto pump body. Diaphragm Diaphragm Spring Pump Body Spring Plunger 2. Line up slots and compress assembly. 3. Insert pin into hole. Pump Body Slots 4. Rotate plunger 90 to offset slots. 53615 Slots Aligned Slots Offset...
  • Page 150 FUEL PUMP 5. Assemble diaphragm, seal, and cover, to pump body, secure with screws and nuts. NOTE: Seal installs in one direction only. Screws (4) Cover Cover Seal Diaphragm Pump Body Nuts (4) 6. Install a new O-ring onto the pump assembly. NOTE: Always install a new O-ring.

  • Page 151: Fuel Pump Installation

    FUEL PUMP Fuel Pump Installation 1. Secure fuel pump and cowl deflector to cylinder head cover with 2 bolts. 2. Connect fuel lines to pump and secure with sta-straps. Outlet Fuel Hose Inlet Fuel Hose Mounting Bolts (2)-M6x30 Cowl Deflector J-Clip Cable Ties (3) Fuel Pump Mounting Bolt Torque...
  • Page 152 ......3B-23 Carburetor (40/45) ......

  • Page 153: Specifications

    CARBURETOR Specifications Idle rpm (Out Of Gear) 45 hp 25 rpm 40/50 hp 25 rpm Idle RPM (In Forward Gear) 45 hp 25 rpm 40/50 hp 25 rpm CARBURETOR Wide Open Throttle rpm (WOT) Range 5500–6000 Main Jet Size 40/45 hp...

  • Page 154: Special Tools

    CARBURETOR Special Tools 1. Carburetor Scale (P/N 91-36392) 2. Idle Mixture Screw Adjuster (45 HP Bodensee Models Only) P/N 91-809906A1 90-828631R3 MARCH 1999 Page 3B-3...

  • Page 155: Carburetor Linkage

    CARBURETOR Carburetor Linkage 32 33 34 36 37 Page 3B-4 90-828631R3 MARCH 1999...
  • Page 156 CARBURETOR Carburetor Linkage TORQUE REF. REF. QTY. DESCRIPTION lb-in. lb-ft DIAPHRAGM JOINT SCREW Drive Tight PIPE PIPE (Qty. of 2 with carb with adjustable pilot screw/ Qty. of 1 with carb with non-adjustable pilot screw) PIPE PIPE CHOKE ROD JOINT WASHER CHOKE ROD CHOKE ROD...

  • Page 157: Carburetor (40/45)

    CARBURETOR Carburetor (40/45) 16 17 39 40 41 42 Page 3B-6 90-828631R3 MARCH 1999...

  • Page 158: Carburetor (50)

    CARBURETOR Carburetor (40/45) TORQUE REF. REF. QTY. DESCRIPTION lb-in. lb-ft CARBURETOR (1) CARBURETOR (2) CARBURETOR (3) CARBURETOR (4) SCREW COVER (1) VALVE SEAL PILOT SCREW SET O RING SPRING–air adjusting WASHER (1/2/3) SPRING–pilot adjusting (1/2/3) SCREW– throttle (1/2/3) WASHER CIRCLIP...
  • Page 159 CARBURETOR Carburetor (50) 9 10 12 13 36 37 Page 3B-8 90-828631R3 MARCH 1999...
  • Page 160 CARBURETOR Carburetor (50) TORQUE REF. REF. QTY. DESCRIPTION lb-in. lb-ft CARBURETOR (1) CARBURETOR (2) CARBURETOR (3) CARBURETOR (4) SCREW COVER (1) VALVE WASHER (1/2/3) SPRING–pilot adjusting (1/2/3) SCREW– throttle (1/2/3) WASHER CIRCLIP LEVER (1) LOCKWASHER (1) NUT (1) NEEDLE VALVE SCREW MAIN NOZZLE O RING...

  • Page 161: Intake

    CARBURETOR Intake Page 3B-10 90-828631R3 MARCH 1999...
  • Page 162 CARBURETOR Intake TORQUE REF. REF. QTY. DESCRIPTION lb-in. lb-ft SCREW O RING INSULATOR PLUG JOINT–carburetor DOWEL PIN O RING O RING O RING GROMMET STA–STRAP BREATHER PIPE CLAMP COLLAR SCREW SCREW COLLAR INTAKE SILENCER ASSEMBLY CABLE TIE PLUG CLAMP HOSE CONNECTOR HOSE HOSE...

  • Page 163: Carburetor Adjustments

    CARBURETOR Carburetor Adjustments Carburetor Synchronization-Static Adjustment NOTE: This static adjustment is necessary if the throttle stop screws were loosened or tam- pered with. The initial static setting is preparation for the Carburetor Synchronization-dy- namic adjustment (Section 2C). 1. Remove the carburetors as a unit. 2.

  • Page 164: Idle Mixture Screw Adjustment-Static Adjustment

    CARBURETOR Idle Mixture Screw Adjustment-Static Adjustment NOTE: Idle mixture screw adjustment is required when carburetor has been overhauled. NOTE: Screw Adjuster (91-809906A1) is required to adjust the idle mixture screws on 45 hp models. NOTE: The idle mixture screw is: Adjustable: -All model years for the 45 hp version.

  • Page 165: Choke Cam Angle Adjustment

    CARBURETOR Choke Cam Angle Adjustment NOTE: Choke cam angle adjustment is required when #4 carburetor has been replaced or overhauled. 1. Measure gap “a” and refer to the thermal gap graph, if out of specification adjust. 2. Adjustment steps: a. Loosen cam angle adjustment screw. b.

  • Page 166: Fast Idle Adjustment

    CARBURETOR Fast Idle Adjustment NOTE: Fast idle adjustment is required when fast idle exceeds 1500 rpm or engine stalls during a cold start. 1. Remove the link rods (a & b) and loosen fast idle screw (c). 2. Loosen idle stop screw (d) until the screw is free from the lever. 3.

  • Page 167: Unloader Adjustment

    CARBURETOR Unloader Adjustment NOTE: Unloader adjustment is required when the unloader adjustment screw has been loosened. 1. Disconnect the choke actuator rod (a). 2. Loosen the unloader adjustment screw (c). 3. Close the choke valve fully. NOTE: Check for a fully closed choke valve by depressing the #4 carburetor choke lever, then check the #1 carburetor choke lever to see that it is touching the stopper.

  • Page 168: Choke Shutter Closing Adjustment

    CARBURETOR Choke Shutter Closing Adjustment 1. Measure gap “a” and refer to the thermal gap graph below, if out of specification adjust. 2. Adjust gap by tightening/loosening the choke valve closing screw (b) to obtain the speci- fied gap found on the graph. Choke Shutter Closing Screw THERMAL GAP GRAPH Temp.

  • Page 169: Carburetor Unit Removal

    CARBURETOR Carburetor Unit Removal 1. Remove fuel line sta-straps. 2. Disconnect fuel lines and breather hose. 3. Disconnect solenoid and plunger leads. 28379 Sta-Straps (3) Breather Hose Fuel Lines (2) Solenoid Leads (Blue, Black) Plunger Leads (Green/White, Black) 4. Remove bolts and collars. 28379 Bolt w/Washer-M6x30 mm (2) Collar (2)
  • Page 170 CARBURETOR 5. Remove carburetor unit from intake manifold. 53679 6. Remove dowel pins. 7. Remove insulator from carburetor by prying near the plugs. 53679 Dowel Pin (2) Insulator Plug (2) 90-828631R3 MARCH 1999 Page 3B-19...
  • Page 171 CARBURETOR NOTE: Do not loosen or remove screw a, b, c, or d. Fine adjustments will be required if these screws are tampered with. 28379 Screw “a” Screw “b” Screw “c” Screw “d” Page 3B-20 90-828631R3 MARCH 1999...

  • Page 172: Carburetor Link Removal

    CARBURETOR Carburetor Link Removal 1. Unsnap links from retainer clips. 28379 Upper Choke Link-“C” Link Lower Choke Link-“J” Link Auto Choke Link-“Z” Link Unloader Link-Small “J” Link Throttle Link Joint Plate Retainer Clips 90-828631R3 MARCH 1999 Page 3B-21...

  • Page 173: Solenoid Coil

    CARBURETOR Solenoid Coil 1. Unhook spring and remove screws. 2. Loosen locknut to free wire pull from coil assembly. 28379 Spring Screw (2) Lock Nut Wire Pull Electrothermal Plunger Removal 1. Remove cover (if so equipped). 2. Remove screws. 28379 Cover Screw (2) Page 3B-22...

  • Page 174: Acceleration Pump

    CARBURETOR Acceleration Pump Removal 1. Disconnect delivery hoses, remove screws, and un-clip retainer. 53681 Delivery Hoses (4) Screw (3) Retainer Disassembly 1. Remove screws. 53752 Cover Screw (2) Diaphragm Screw (2) 90-828631R3 MARCH 1999 Page 3B-23...

  • Page 175: Inspection

    CARBURETOR Inspection 1. Inspect check valve and diaphragm, replace if worn or damaged. 53752 Fuel Piping Removal 1. Cut sta-straps and remove fuel hoses. 53725 Sta-Strap (4) Page 3B-24 90-828631R3 MARCH 1999...

  • Page 176: Silencer Removal

    CARBURETOR Silencer Removal 1. Remove bolts and collars. 2. Remove plate, silencer, and retaining plate. 53679 Bolt w/Washer-M6x90mm (8) Collar (8) Silencer Assembly Retaining Plate Plate Carburetor Disassembly 1. Remove float bowl. 53674 Screw (4) Float Bowl 90-828631R3 MARCH 1999 Page 3B-25...
  • Page 177 CARBURETOR 2. Remove float and needle valve. 53676 Float Pin Retaining Screw Float Float Pin Needle Valve 3. Remove cover and seal. Screws (2) Cover Seal 4. Remove nozzles and jets. 53676 Plug Nozzle Main Jet Pilot Jet Page 3B-26 90-828631R3 MARCH 1999...

  • Page 178: Inspection

    CARBURETOR 5. Remove idle mixture screw. NOTE: 45 hp Models – Screw Adjuster (91-809906A1) is required to remove idle mixture screw. 53674 Idle Mixture Spring Idle Mixture Screw Plug Inspection CAUTION Do not use steel wire for cleaning the jets as this may enlarge the jet diameters and seriously affect performance.

  • Page 179: Carburetor Assembly

    CARBURETOR 4. Inspect main jet, pilot jet and main nozzle. Clean if they are contaminated. 53672 5. Inspect needle valve, replace if end is worn or grooved. 28375 Carburetor Assembly NOTE: Note different carburetor design from old style to new style for top carburetor (#1). New style does not have breather port.
  • Page 180 CARBURETOR 1. Install idle mixture screw. Lightly seat idle mixture screw and then back out 2.5 turns. NOTE: 45 hp Models – Use Screw Adjuster (91-809906A1) to install idle mixture screw. 53674 Idle Mixture Spring Idle Mixture Screw Plug 2. Install nozzle and jets. 53676 Plug Nozzle...
  • Page 181 CARBURETOR NOTE: Measure float height with carb. scale, replace float if height is not within specification [0.39 " 0.02 in. (10.0 " 0.5mm )] . Take measurements at the mid-line of the float opposite its pivot side. After installing, check for smooth movement of the float. 28380 4.

  • Page 182: Silencer Installation

    CARBURETOR Silencer Installation 1. Install plate, silencer, and retaining plate. Install bolts and collars. 53679 2-4-C With Teflon (92-825407A12) NOTE: Dowel pins must match between carb. flange and retaining plate. Bolt w/Washer-M6x90mm (8) Collar (8) Silencer Retaining Plate Plate Bolt Torque 50 lb-in.

  • Page 183: Installation

    CARBURETOR Installation 1. Secure pump link with retainer, install screws, and connect delivery hoses. 53681 Delivery Hoses (4) Screw (3) Retainer Breather Hose NOTE: On older models with breather port located on the top carburetor (#1), route breather hose through bracket flange. If replacing top carburetor with new carburetor, breather hose is not needed.

  • Page 184: Fuel Piping Installation

    CARBURETOR Fuel Piping Installation 1. Install fuel hoses and secure with sta-straps. 53752 Sta-Strap (4) 90-828631R3 MARCH 1999 Page 3B-33...

  • Page 185: Electrothermal Plunger Installation

    CARBURETOR Electrothermal Plunger Installation 1. Install screws. 2. Install cover (if so equipped). 28378 Screw (2) Cover Solenoid Coil Installation 1. Connect wire pull to coil assembly with lock nut. 2. Install screws and hook spring onto carburetor assembly. 28378 Wire Pull Lock Nut Screw (2)

  • Page 186: Carburetor Link Installation

    CARBURETOR Carburetor Link Installation 1. Snap links onto retainer clips. Apply a light oil to link balls. 28378 4 Cycle Outboard Oil (92-828000A1) Upper Choke Link-“C” Link Lower Choke Link-“J” Link Auto Choke Link-“Z” Link Unloader Link-Small “J” Link Throttle Link Joint Plate Retainer Clips 90-828631R3 MARCH 1999...

  • Page 187: Carburetor Unit Installation

    CARBURETOR Carburetor Unit Installation NOTE: Carburetor synchronization/static adjustment is required after rebuilding carbure- tors. Refer to beginning of section for adjustments. 1. Snap plugs into carburetor to secure insulator. 2. Install dowel pins. 53679 Dowel Pin (2) Insulator Plug (2) 3.
  • Page 188 CARBURETOR 4. Install bolts and collars. 28378 Bolt w/Washer-M6x30mm (2) Collar (2) Mounting Bolt w/Washer-M6x25mm (8) 5. Connect solenoid and plunger leads. 6. Connect fuel lines and breather hose. 7. Install sta-straps. 28378 Sta-Straps (3) Breather Hose Fuel Lines (2) Solenoid Leads (Blue, Black) Plunger Leads (Green/White, Black) 90-828631R3 MARCH 1999...
  • Page 189 EMISSIONS FUEL SYSTEM Section 3C – Emissions Table of Contents Exhaust Emissions Standards ....3C-2 Stratified Vs Homogenized Charge ..3C-4 What Are Emissions? .

  • Page 190: Exhaust Emissions Standards

    EMISSIONS Exhaust Emissions Standards Through the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the federal government has estab- lished exhaust emissions standards for all new marine engines sold in the U.S. What Are Emissions? Emissions are what comes out of the exhaust system in the exhaust gas when the engine is running.

  • Page 191: Stoichiometric (14.7:1) Air/Fuel Ratio

    EMISSIONS Stoichiometric (14.7:1) Air/Fuel Ratio In the search to control pollutants and reduce exhaust emissions, engineers have discov- ered that they can be reduced effectively if a gasoline engine operates at an air/fuel ratio of 14.7:1. The technical term for this ideal ratio is stoichiometric. An air/fuel ratio of 14.7:1 provides the best control of all three elements in the exhaust under almost all conditions.

  • Page 192: Stratified Vs Homogenized Charge

    EMISSIONS STRATIFIED VS HOMOGENIZED CHARGE DFI engines use a stratified charge inside the combustion chamber to aid in reducing emis- sions. All other models use a homogenized charge. The difference between the two is: Homogenized Charge A homogenized charge has the air/fuel particles mixed evenly throughout the cylinder. This mixing occurs inside the carburetor venturi, reed blocks and crankcase.

  • Page 193: Stratified Charge

    EMISSIONS Stratified Charge A stratified charge engine only pulls air through the transfer system. The fuel required for combustion is forced into the cylinder through an injector placed in the top of the cylinder (head). The injector sprays an air/fuel mixture in the form of a bubble into the cylinder. Sur- rounding this bubble is air supplied by the transfer system.

  • Page 194: Emissions Information

    EMISSIONS Emissions Information Manufacturer’s Responsibility: Beginning with 1998 model year engines, manufacturers of all marine propulsion engines must determine the exhaust emission levels for each engine horsepower family and certify these engines with the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). A certifica- tion decal/emissions control information label, showing emission levels and engine specifi- cations directly related to emissions, must be placed on each engine at the time of manufac- ture.

  • Page 195: Epa Emission Regulations

    EMISSIONS EPA Emission Regulations: All new 1998 and later outboards manufactured by Mercury Marine are certified to the United States Environmental Protection Agency as conforming to the requirements of the regulations for the control of air pollution from new outboard motors. This certification is con- tingent on certain adjustments being set to factory standards.

  • Page 196: Decal Location For 1999 Models

    Recommended spark plug for best engine performance Valve Clearance (Four Stroke engines only) Engine Horsepower rating Month of production (Boxing month will punched) FEL: Represents (Mercury Marine) statement of the maximum emissions output for the engine family Family example W M9X M. 747 2 2 0...
  • Page 197 Oil Pump Installation ....4A-40 Camshaft Removal ....
  • Page 198 CYLINDER HEAD Warp Limit 0.004 in. (0.1 mm) CYLINDER HEAD * Lines indicate straight edge measurement Valve/Valve Seat/Valve Guides: Valve Clearance (cold) Intake 0.006 - 0.010 in. (0.15 - 0.25 mm) Exhaust 0.010 - 0.014 in. (0.25 - 0.35 mm) Valve Dimensions: “A”...
  • Page 199 CYLINDER HEAD Special Tools 1. Flywheel Holder P/N 91-83163M 2. Valve Guide Remover P/N 91-809495A1 3. Valve Guide Installer Bushing P/N 91-809496A1 4. Valve Guide Reamer P/N 91-809497A1 5. Valve Spring Compressor P/N 91-809494A1 6. Valve Seat Cutter Kit (Obtain Locally). 90-828631R3 MARCH 1999 Page 4A-3...
  • Page 200 CYLINDER HEAD Cylinder Head 10 11 Loctite PST Pipe Sealant (92-809822) 2-4-C w/Teflon (92-825407A12) 4-Stroke Outboard Oil (92-828000A12) Page 4A-4 90-828631R3 MARCH 1999...
  • Page 201 CYLINDER HEAD Cylinder Head TORQUE REF. REF. QTY. DESCRIPTION lb-in. lb-ft – CYLINDER HEAD ASSEMBLY CYLINDER HEAD SCREW WASHER GUIDE CIRCLIP BOLT Drive Tight GASKET ANODE GROMMET COVER SCREW (M6 x 20) Drive Tight BOLT SCREW (M4 x 10) Drive Tight COVER O RING COVER...
  • Page 202 CYLINDER HEAD Camshaft/Oil Pump 2-4-C With Teflon (92-825407A12) 4-Stroke Outboard Oil (92-828000A12) Page 4A-6 90-828631R3 MARCH 1999...
  • Page 203 SPRING TENSIONER ASSEMBLY SCREW (M8 x 20) 18.5 SCREW SPACER LOAD RING WASHER GEAR–Drive BELT SCREW (M8 x 40 x 1.25) WASHER GEAR–Driven OIL SEAL DOWEL PIN CAMSHAFT OIL PUMP ASSEMBLY O RING O RING O RING SCREW (M6 x 40) 68.0...
  • Page 204 CYLINDER HEAD Intake/Exhaust Valves 4-Stroke Outboard Oil (92-828000A12) Page 4A-8 90-828631R3 MARCH 1999...
  • Page 205 CYLINDER HEAD Intake/Exhaust Valves TORQUE REF. REF. QTY. DESCRIPTION lb-in. lb-ft EXHAUST VALVE INTAKE VALVE SEAT–Valve Spring SEAL–Valve Stem VALVE SPRING–Outer RETAINER–Valve Spring ROCKER ARM SCREW 13.5 ROCKER SHAFT PLATE PLATE SPRING SCREW (M8 x 30)160 13.3 PLUG 90-828631R3 MARCH 1999 Page 4A-9...
  • Page 206 CYLINDER HEAD Valve Clearance Adjustment NOTE: Valves should be adjusted when engine is cold. WARNING Engine could possibly start when turning flywheel during adjustment. To prevent this type of accidental engine starting and possible serious injury, always remove spark plug leads from spark plugs. Cylinder Head Cover Removal 1.
  • Page 207 CYLINDER HEAD Adjusting Valves NO. 1 AND NO. 2 INTAKE VALVES NO. 1 AND NO. 3 EXHAUST VALVES 1. Disconnect spark plug leads. 2. Turn the driven gear and align the “1” mark on the gear with the cylinder head mark “n ”. 3.
  • Page 208 CYLINDER HEAD Adjusting Valves NO. 3 AND NO. 4 INTAKE VALVES NO. 2 AND NO. 4 EXHAUST VALVES 1. Turn the driven gear and align the “4” mark on the gear with the cylinder head mark “n ”. 2. Adjust the valve clearance for No. 3 and No. 4 intake valves and No. 2 and No. 4 exhaust valves.
  • Page 209 CYLINDER HEAD Cylinder Head Cover Installation 1. Reinstall the cylinder head cover. Tighten bolts to the specified torque. 53734 Retainer Mounting Bolts (7) Cylinder Head Cover Bolt Torque 70 lb-in. (8 Nm) 2. Reinstall the fuel pump. Tighten bolts to the specified torque. 3.
  • Page 210 CYLINDER HEAD Timing Belt Inspection Replace timing belt if any of the following conditions are found: Cracks in the back of the belt or in the base of the belt teeth. Excessive wear at the roots of the cogs. Rubber portion swollen by oil. Belt surfaces roughened.
  • Page 211 CYLINDER HEAD 3. Remove flywheel using puller (91-83164M). 30025 Flywheel Puller (91-83164M) 4. Remove the stator. 53745 Stator Stator Mounting Bolts 90-828631R3 MARCH 1999 Page 4A-15...
  • Page 212 CYLINDER HEAD 5. Remove the trigger base. 30027 Trigger Base 6. Turn the driven gear and align the “1” mark with the cylinder head mark “n ”. 30033 7. Loosen belt tensioner fastening bolt to release the tension. 8. Remove the timing belt. 30033 Belt Tensioner Fastening Bolt Timing Belt...
  • Page 213 CYLINDER HEAD Timing Belt Installation Timing Belt Installation Notes: Protect the timing belt from water and oil. Use care not to scratch the belt. Do not use any metal device to help stretch the belt onto the driven gear. 1. Align drive gear mark with cylinder mark. 30033 Drive Gear Mark Cylinder Mark...
  • Page 214 CYLINDER HEAD 3. Install timing belt as follows: Align both gears with their alignment marks (Steps 1 and 2). IMPORTANT: Make sure the Part Number on the belt is upright, not inverted. Install the timing belt around the gears as shown. NOTE: The spring loaded belt tensioner will automatically apply the correct tension against the belt.
  • Page 215 CYLINDER HEAD 5. Reinstall stator with three bolts. 53745 Stator Mounting Bolts (3) Apply Loctite 222 to Threads Stator Bolt Torque 75 lb-in. (8.5 Nm) 6. Place flywheel key into slot. 7. Install flywheel. 8. Hold flywheel using flywheel holder (91-83163M). Apply oil to threads on crankshaft. Tighten nut to the specified torque.
  • Page 216 CYLINDER HEAD FLYWHEEL WITH LOAD RING & SPACER 53278 Flywheel Key Washer Apply Oil to Threads Spacer Load Ring NOTE: Load Ring is for one time use and must be replaced if flywheel is removed. Flywheel Nut Torque 116 lb-ft (157 Nm) Page 4A-20 90-828631R3 MARCH 1999...
  • Page 217 CYLINDER HEAD Cylinder Head Disassembly Cylinder Head Cover Removal 1. Disconnect the breather hose and vent hose from the cylinder head cover. IMPORTANT: The hose fittings on the fuel pump can break if you try twisting or pull- ing off the hoses. Remove hoses by slowly prying off the hoses using a small screw- driver.
  • Page 218 CYLINDER HEAD Cylinder Head Removal 1. Remove timing belt from driven gear. 2. Remove spark plugs leads from spark plugs. 3. Remove the throttle and shift levers from side of cylinder head. 4. Remove the cylinder head mounting bolts. 5. Separate the cylinder head from the block. 53727 Center Bolts (10) Flange Bolts (5)
  • Page 219 CYLINDER HEAD Rocker Arm Assembly Removal 1. Remove five bolts and the rocker arm shaft. 53740 Rocker Arm Shaft Bolts (5) Oil Pump Removal 1. Remove four bolts and pull out the oil pump assembly. 53732 Oil Pump Assembly Bolts (4) 90-828631R3 MARCH 1999 Page 4A-23...
  • Page 220 CYLINDER HEAD Camshaft Removal 1. Hold driven gear using tool (91-83163M) and remove bolt and flat washer. Remove driv- en gear. 2. Remove camshaft retaining bolt. Slide camshaft out of cylinder head. NOTE: The cam can also be removed from the top without removing the cylinder head from engine.
  • Page 221 CYLINDER HEAD Valve Removal VALVE COMPONENTS Valve Spring Seat Valve Seal Valve Spring Spring Retainer Valve Keepers REMOVING VALVES 1. Anytime a valve is removed, replace the valve seal. 2. Remove valves as shown. 53735 Use Spring Compressor Tool (91-809494A1) to Compress the Springs for Removal Compress the Spring and Remove the Valve Keepers 90-828631R3 MARCH 1999...
  • Page 222 CYLINDER HEAD Anode Removal 1. Check condition of the anodes. Replace, if anodes show sign of deterioration. NOTE: If anodes are not deteriorated, wire brush corrosion off before installation. 2-4-C w/Teflon (92-850736A1) Anode Cover Bolt Rubber Seal Anode Oil Pump Disassembly 1.
  • Page 223 CYLINDER HEAD Cleaning and Inspection Oil Pump 1. Check oil pump components for pitting, scratches, and for the following measurements. Replace oil pump if worn or out of specification. 2. Using a feeler gauge, measure the following oil pump clearances: between outer rotor and pump housing (a) between the inner rotor and outer rotor (b) between the outer rotor and pump housing (c)
  • Page 224 CYLINDER HEAD Camshaft 1. Inspect the camshaft for pitting, heat discoloration, scratches and for the following mea- surements. Replace camshaft if worn or not within specification. 2. Measure the cam lobe length (a) and width (b). 55805 Cam Lobe Specifications Intake 1.216 - 1.220 in.
  • Page 225 CYLINDER HEAD Cylinder Head 1. Inspect the cylinder head for the following conditions: Mineral deposits/corrosion in water passage ways. Carbon Deposits In Combustion Chamber (use round scraper to clean away deposits). Be careful not to scratch or remove material. 2. Inspect cylinder head for warpage. Replace cylinder head If out of specification. Cylinder Head Warpage Limit 0.004 in.
  • Page 226 CYLINDER HEAD Valve Guide Replacement 1. Heat the cylinder head in an oven to 390 F (200 C). This will help to ease guide removal and installation and to maintain correct interference fit. 2. Remove the valve guide using a valve guide remover. 55806 Valve Guide Remover (91-809495A1) 3.
  • Page 227 CYLINDER HEAD Valves 1. Clean the carbon deposits from the valve. Discard any cracked, warped, or burned valves. 2. Measure the valve stem to check for wear. Replace valves if not in specification. 55810 Valve Stem Diameter “a” Intake Valve 0.2156 - 0.2161 in.
  • Page 228 CYLINDER HEAD Valve Springs Check free length limit of each spring. Replace valve springs if not in specification. 55846 Valve Spring Free Length 1.569 - 1.491 in. (39.85 – 37.85 mm) Check each spring on a flat surface using a square. Rotate spring and check space between the top coil and square.
  • Page 229 CYLINDER HEAD Valve Seat Reconditioning Clean the carbon deposits from the combustion chambers and valve seats and check for pitting. Several different types of equipment are available for reseating valve seats. Follow the equipment manufacturer’s instructions. Measure valve seat width (a). Resurface the valve seat If not in specification. 55799 Valve Seat Width Specification “a”...
  • Page 230 CYLINDER HEAD Valve Refacing Steps Condition: The valve seat is centered on valve face but it is too wide. 55799 Valve Seat Cutter Set Desired Results 15 Cutter To reduce valve seat width Li htl Lightly 60 Cutter Condition: The valve seat is in the middle of the valve face but it is too narrow. 55800 Valve Seat Cutter Set Desired Results...
  • Page 231 CYLINDER HEAD Condition: Valve seat is too narrow and is located near the bottom edge of the valve face. 55802 Valve Seat Cutter Set Desired Results 60 Cutter, First To center the seat and to in- crease its Width crease its Width 45 Cutter Cylinder Head Reassembly Valve Installation...
  • Page 232 CYLINDER HEAD INSTALLING VALVES 1. Always use new valve seals. 2. Apply engine oil to the valves and valve seats. 3. Install valves as shown. 91-809494A1 53735 End of the Valve Spring with the Pre-Compressed Coils gets Installed Towards the Cylinder Head Use Spring Compressor Tool to Compress the Springs for Installation Compress the Spring and Retainer and Install the Valve Keepers Around the Valve Stem.
  • Page 233 CYLINDER HEAD Camshaft Oil Seal Installation 1. If removed, install Oil Seal. Position seal so part number side is facing outward. Press seal in until it makes contact with the inside flat surface. NOTE: Seal must be properly seated before it is secured in place with a bead of Loctite 499 Super Bonder.
  • Page 234 CYLINDER HEAD Camshaft Installation 1. Apply engine oil to the main journals (5 places) on the camshaft. 2. Slide camshaft into cylinder head (threaded end towards driven gear). 3. Install camshaft retaining bolt. Tighten bolt to the specified torque. 4. Place driven gear on camshaft so alignment pin is in hole. Hold gear with tool (91-83163M) and fasten with washer and bolt.
  • Page 235 CYLINDER HEAD Oil Pump Assembly 1. Reassemble the oil pump assembly. 2. Lubricate the outer and inner rotors thoroughly with engine oil. 53741 Cover Seal Outer Rotor Inner Rotor Shaft Cross Pin 3. Fasten cover with two screws. Apply Loctite 222 to threads. Tighten screws to the speci- fied torque.
  • Page 236 3. Align oil pump shaft with the camshaft and install the oil pump. 4. Fasten with 4 bolts. Tighten bolts to the specified torque. 53738 Oil Pump Assembly Align Slot with Camshaft Projection Bolt (4) Oil Pump Mounting Bolt Torque 68 lb-in. (7.6 Nm) Page 4A-40 90-828631R3 MARCH 1999...
  • Page 237 CYLINDER HEAD Rocker Arm Shaft Assembly 1. Apply engine oil to the rocker shaft and arms. 2. Locate the end of the rocker shaft that gets installed towards driven gear (oil holes will line-up with the mating oil holes in the cylinder head). 3.
  • Page 238 CYLINDER HEAD Cylinder Head Gasket 1. Install cylinder head gasket and dowel pins. Dowel Pin (2) Gasket Flange Seals (4) Cylinder Head Installation 1. Apply engine oil to the threads of each bolt and seat surface. 2. Fasten cylinder head with bolts shown. 53727 Center Bolts (10) Cylinder Head Flange Bolts (5)
  • Page 239 CYLINDER HEAD 3. Torque center bolts in sequence and in two steps, than torque the Cylinder Head and carburetor flange bolts. 53740 Cylinder Head Bolt Torque Center Bolts Qty. 10 (Larger Dia. M9) 1st: 17 lb-ft (23 Nm) 2nd: 34.7 lb-ft (47 Nm) Cyl.
  • Page 240 CYLINDER HEAD Cylinder Head Cover Installation 1. Install cover seal into groove. 2. If removed, reinstall diaphragm. Baffle Plate Screw (4) Cover Seal Diaphragm Bolt (2) 3. Install cylinder head cover. Tighten bolts to the specified torque. 53734 Retainer Mounting Bolts (7) Cylinder Head Cover Bolt Torque 70 lb-in.
  • Page 241 CYLINDER HEAD 4. Reinstall the fuel pump. Tighten bolts to the specified torque. 5. Reconnect hoses. Use sta-straps to fasten all hose connections. 6. Reconnect the throttle and shift levers. 53726 Breather Hose Top Fuel Hose Vent Hose Throttle and Shift Levers Sta-Straps Fuel Pump Mounting Bolt Torque 75 lb-in.
  • Page 242 CYLINDER BLOCK/CRANKCASE POWERHEAD Section 4B - Cylinder Block/Crankcase Table of Contents Specifications ......4B-1 Thermostat .

  • Page 243: Special Tools

    CYLINDER BLOCK/CRANKCASE CONNECTING Oil Clearance (Big End) 0.0008 - 0.0020 in. (0.020 - 0.052 mm) Small End Inside Diameter 0.6293 - 0.6298 in. (15.985 - 15.998 mm) Main Bearing Clearance 0.0005 - 0.0017 in. (0.012 - 0.044 mm) CRANKSHAFT Crankshaft Run-out 0.0012 in.
  • Page 244 CYLINDER BLOCK/CRANKCASE 6. Powerhead Stand (Bigfoot)P/N 91-812549 7. Powerhead Stand (Non-Bigfoot)P/N 91-827001A1 8. 1-5/8 in. socket P/N 91-809646A1 90-828631R3 MARCH 1999 Page 4B-3...

  • Page 245: Crankshaft

    CYLINDER BLOCK/CRANKCASE Crankshaft 4-Stroke Outboard Oil (92-828000A12) Page 4B-4 90-828631R3 MARCH 1999...
  • Page 246 CYLINDER BLOCK/CRANKCASE Crankshaft TORQUE REF. REF. QTY. DESCRIPTION lb-in. lb-ft CRANKSHAFT (NON-BIGFOOT) CRANKSHAFT (BIGFOOT) OIL SEAL OIL SEAL CONNECTING ROD BOLT 12.5 BEARING (BROWN) BEARING (BLACK) BEARING (BLUE) PISTON (STANDARD) PISTON (.5MM O/S) PISTON RING (TOP) (STANDARD) PISTON RING (TOP) (.5 MM O/S) PISTON RING (SECOND) PISTON OIL RING PISTON PIN...

  • Page 247: Cylinder Block

    CYLINDER BLOCK/CRANKCASE Cylinder Block Loctite PST Pipe Sealant (92-809822) Loctite “514” Master Gasket (92-12564-2) 4-Stroke Outboard Oil (92-828000A12) Page 4B-6 90-828631R3 MARCH 1999...
  • Page 248 CYLINDER BLOCK/CRANKCASE Cylinder Block TORQUE REF. REF. QTY. DESCRIPTION lb-in. lb-ft CYLINDER BLOCK DOWEL PIN PLUG PIPE PLUG (1/4-14) PIPE PLUG (3/4-14) BEARING (BROWN) BEARING (BLACK) BEARING (BLUE) SCREW (M8 x 1.25 x 82) SCREW (M6 x 35) GASKET OIL FILTER 12.9 17.5 NIPPLE...

  • Page 249: Torque Sequence

    CYLINDER BLOCK/CRANKCASE Torque Sequence Exhaust Cover Crankcase Cover Page 4B-8 90-828631R3 MARCH 1999...

  • Page 250: Powerhead Removal

    CYLINDER BLOCK/CRANKCASE Powerhead Removal WARNING Engine could possibly start when turning flywheel during removal and installation. To prevent this type of accidental engine starting and possible serious injury, always remove spark plug leads from spark plugs. 1. Remove the bottom cowls. 2.
  • Page 251 CYLINDER BLOCK/CRANKCASE 5. Remove powerhead mounting bolts. 53868 Powerhead Mounting Bolts (4 Each Side) 6. Lift powerhead from drive shaft housing. Hoist Page 4B-10 90-828631R3 MARCH 1999...

  • Page 252: Removing Powerhead Components

    CYLINDER BLOCK/CRANKCASE Removing Powerhead Components 1. Place powerhead on Powerhead Stand. 91-827001A1 91-812549 Powerhead Stand (91-827001A1-Non-Bigfoot) (91-812549-Bigfoot) 2. Remove flywheel, stator, trigger base, and timing belt. Refer to Section 4 Part A. 30033 90-828631R3 MARCH 1999 Page 4B-11...
  • Page 253 CYLINDER BLOCK/CRANKCASE 3. Remove 8 flange bolts and 2 side mounting bolts and lift carburetor assembly from pow- erhead. Disconnect hoses and wiring as necessary. IMPORTANT: The hose fittings on the fuel pump can break if you try twisting or pull- ing off the hoses.
  • Page 254 CYLINDER BLOCK/CRANKCASE 4. Remove the control cable anchor bracket. 5. Remove shift and throttle lever. 53869 Control Cable Anchor Bracket Shift and Throttle Lever 6. Remove cylinder head. Refer to Section 4 Part A. 53740 90-828631R3 MARCH 1999 Page 4B-13...
  • Page 255 CYLINDER BLOCK/CRANKCASE 7. Remove four bolt securing starter bracket. 8. Cut sta-straps and lift starter bracket, electrical components and wiring harness from engine. Disconnect wiring as necessary. 53866 Starter Bracket Mounting Bolts (4) Page 4B-14 90-828631R3 MARCH 1999...

  • Page 256: Cylinder Block Disassembly

    CYLINDER BLOCK/CRANKCASE Cylinder Block Disassembly 1. Hold crankshaft from turning using Powerhead Stand (91-827001A1). Remove nut using 1-5/8 in. Socket Tool (91-809646A1). 2. Remove the drive gear components. CRANKSHAFT WITH NUT 53742 Drive Gear Nut Washer (2) Drive Gear 1-5/8 in. Socket Tool (91-809646A1) Use for Removing Drive Gear Nut CRANKSHAFT WITHOUT NUT Washer, Lower Woodruff Key...
  • Page 257 CYLINDER BLOCK/CRANKCASE 3. Remove exhaust cover and gasket. 4. Remove oil filter. Exhaust Cover Gasket Thermostat Gasket Thermostat Cover Oil Filter 5. Remove crankcase cover bolts. 53743 Crankcase Cover Bolts (20) Page 4B-16 90-828631R3 MARCH 1999...
  • Page 258 CYLINDER BLOCK/CRANKCASE 6. Insert a screwdriver at the pry points between the crankcase cover and block to sepa- rate. 53744 7. Use a 5/16 in. 12 point socket and remove connecting rod bolts. 8. Remove carbon ridge from the cylinder bore using a burr knife. Push out the pistons. Keep each piston, connecting rod, and cap together as an assembly.

  • Page 259: Inspection

    CYLINDER BLOCK/CRANKCASE 9. Remove crankshaft from block. Main Bearings – Do Not Interchange. Reinstall in Original Locations Inspection Cylinder Bore MEASURING CYLINDER BORE 1. Measure the cylinder bore diameter “d” at three locations in both X and Y axis. 2. If the cylinder bore is beyond the standard limits listed in the tables below, it will be nec- essary to re-bore the cylinder to accept the oversize piston.

  • Page 260: Piston

    CYLINDER BLOCK/CRANKCASE Piston MEASURING PISTON 1. Measure the piston at a point 0.2 in. (5.0 mm) from the bottom. 55838 Piston Diameter 0.2 in. (5.0 mm) Piston Diameter “a” Diameter (Standard) 2.4783 - 2.4789 in. (62.950 - 62.965 mm) (Oversize) 0.020 in. (0.50 mm) 2.4983 - 2.4989 in.

  • Page 261: Piston Pin

    CYLINDER BLOCK/CRANKCASE Piston Pin 1. Measure piston pin diameter. Replace piston pin if out of specification. 55839 Piston Pin Diameter 0.6285 - 0.6287 in. (15.965 - 15.970 mm) 1. Place the piston pin into the connecting rod and check for free play. There should be no noticeable free play.

  • Page 262: Piston Rings

    CYLINDER BLOCK/CRANKCASE Piston Rings PISTON RING SIDE CLEARANCE 1. Measure piston ring side clearance. Replace piston and/or piston rings if out of specifi- cation. 55842 Piston Ring Side Clearance 0.002 - 0.003 in. (0.04 - 0.08 mm) 0.001 - 0.003 in. (0.03 - 0.08 mm) PISTON RING END GAP CLEARANCE 1.

  • Page 263: Checking Main Bearing Clearance

    CYLINDER BLOCK/CRANKCASE Crankshaft 1. Thoroughly clean crankshaft and inspect bearing surfaces. Replace crankshaft if bear- ing surfaces are pitted, scored, or discolored. 2. Measure Run-out. Replace crankshaft if out of specification. Crankshaft Run-out 0.0012 in. (0.03 mm) Checking Main Bearing Clearance IMPORTANT: Do not interchange the main bearings.
  • Page 264 CYLINDER BLOCK/CRANKCASE 5. Place a piece of plastigauge onto each crankshaft bearing surface. 53812 Plastigauge 6. Install crankcase cover. Apply oil to the cover bolts and torque cover bolts in sequence and in two steps. 53743 Crankcase Cover Bolt Torque Center Bolts Qty.
  • Page 265 CYLINDER BLOCK/CRANKCASE 7. Remove the crankcase cover. Measure the compressed plastigauge to check the main bearing clearance. Replace bearings if clearance is not in specification. 53751 Main Bearing Clearance 0.0005 - 0.0017 in. (0.012 - 0.044 mm) 8. If replacement of the main bearings is required, refer to Main Bearing Selection and Installation in Cylinder Block Reassembly.
  • Page 266 CYLINDER BLOCK/CRANKCASE 3. Install the connecting rod to the respective journal. Tighten connecting rod bolts in se- quence and in two steps to the specified torque. 53814 Connecting Rod Bolts Connecting Rod Bolt Torque 1st: 53 lb-in. (6 Nm) 2nd: 150 lb-in. (17 Nm) 4.

  • Page 267: Oil Pressure Switch

    CYLINDER BLOCK/CRANKCASE Thermostat 1. Measure the lift of the thermostat at the operating water temperature listed. 55843 Water Temperature Valve Lift 136 -143 F (58 - 62 C) 0 in. (0 mm) Above 158 F (70 C) Minimum 0.12 in. (3 mm) Oil Pressure Switch 1.

  • Page 268: Cylinder Block Reassembly

    CYLINDER BLOCK/CRANKCASE Cylinder Block Reassembly Selecting New Main Bearings 1. Locate the main bearing code letters on the cylinder block. 2. Refer to the following reference chart to select the correct main bearings. 3. Use the color coded main bearings that match the main bearing code letter. Main Bearing Code Main Bearing Color Code Letter...

  • Page 269: Main Bearing Installation

    CYLINDER BLOCK/CRANKCASE Main Bearing Installation IMPORTANT: Do not interchange used main bearings. Reinstall in their original posi- tion. 1. Check clearance of each bearing, following procedure in Cleaning and Inspection. 2. Clean all the oil from the main bearing surfaces on the cylinder block and crankcase cover.

  • Page 270: Selecting New Connecting Rod Bearings

    CYLINDER BLOCK/CRANKCASE Selecting New Connecting Rod Bearings 1. Locate the connecting rod bearing code letter that is scribed on the side of the connect- ing rod. 2. Refer to the following reference chart to select the correct connecting rod bearings. 3.

  • Page 271: Connecting Rod Installation

    CYLINDER BLOCK/CRANKCASE Connecting Rod Installation 1. Lubricate the piston pin with oil and assemble the piston to the connecting rod. Always use new circlips. IMPORTANT: Install side of connecting rod marked with a “Y” towards “UP” on pis- ton. Circlip Piston Pin Side Marked “Y”...

  • Page 272: Piston Installation

    CYLINDER BLOCK/CRANKCASE 2. Install the second and top compression rings (“T” side up). Spread rings just enough to slip over piston. 53818 Top Compression Ring ( “T” Side Up) Second Compression Ring ( “T” Side Up) Install Side of Ring Stamped “T” Towards Top of Piston Piston Installation 1.

  • Page 273: Crankshaft Installation

    CYLINDER BLOCK/CRANKCASE 2. Lubricate pistons, rings, and cylinder walls with engine oil. 3. Install each piston in its respective cylinder. NOTE: Install used pistons into same cylinder from which they were removed. 4. Use Piston Ring Compressor (FT2997) to compress rings. 5.
  • Page 274 CYLINDER BLOCK/CRANKCASE 5. Apply oil to the connecting rod bolts. Tighten bolts in sequence and in two steps to the specified torque. 53823 Apply Oil to Bolt Threads Connecting Rod Bolt Torque 1st: 53 lb-in. (6 Nm) 2nd: 150 lb-in. (17 Nm) 6.

  • Page 275: Crankcase Cover Installation

    CYLINDER BLOCK/CRANKCASE Crankcase Cover Installation 1. Clean off all oil from the contacting surfaces of the crankcase cover and cylinder block. IMPORTANT: Make sure the contacting surface of the crankcase cover and cylinder block are clean before applying gasket sealant. 2.

  • Page 276: Exhaust Cover Installation

    CYLINDER BLOCK/CRANKCASE Exhaust Cover Installation 1. Install oil filter. 2. Install exhaust cover along with the thermostat and thermostat cover. Use new gaskets. 3. Tighten bolts in sequence and in two steps to the specified torque. 4. Install the oil pressure and temperature switch. 53746 Exhaust Cover Gasket...

  • Page 277: Drive Gear Installation

    CYLINDER BLOCK/CRANKCASE Drive Gear Installation CRANKSHAFT WITH NUT 1. Install the drive gear components. 2. Hold crankshaft from turning using Powerhead Stand (91-827001A1). Tighten nut to the specified torque using 1-5/8 in. Socket Tool. 53742 Drive Gear Nut Washer (2) Drive Gear Drive Key Insert Projections (3) on the Drive Gear into the Holes in the washers...

  • Page 278: Installing Powerhead Components

    CYLINDER BLOCK/CRANKCASE CRANKSHAFT WITHOUT NUT 4-Stroke Outboard Oil (92-828000A12) NOTE: Load Ring is for one time use and must be replaced if flywheel is removed. Washer, Lower Woodruff Key Drive Gear Washer, Upper Load Ring Spacer Insert Projections (3) on the Drive Gear into washer holes Installing Powerhead Components 1.
  • Page 279 CYLINDER BLOCK/CRANKCASE 2. Install Timing belt. Refer to Section 4 Part A. 30033 3. Install starter bracket with 4 bolts. Tighten bolts to the specified torque. 53866 Starter Bracket Mounting Bolts (4) Starter Bracket Mounting Bolt Torque 210 lb–in. (23.7 Nm) Page 4B-38 90-828631R3 MARCH 1999...
  • Page 280 CYLINDER BLOCK/CRANKCASE 4. Install ignition coils and reattach engine wiring harness. 30028 Top Ignition Coil Bottom Ignition Coil Fasten (and Ground) Coil Ground Leads with Bolt Sta-Strap Ignition Coil Mounting Bolt Torque 62 lb-in. (7 Nm) 5. Reinstall trigger base with four bolts. 30027 Trigger Base Mounting Bolts (4)
  • Page 281 7. Place flywheel key into slot. 8. Install flywheel. 9. Apply oil to threads on crankshaft and tighten nut to the specified torque. Flywheel Key Washer Apply Oil to Threads Flywheel Nut Torque 116 lb-ft (157 Nm) Page 4B-40 90-828631R3 MARCH 1999...
  • Page 282 CYLINDER BLOCK/CRANKCASE 10. Install shift and throttle lever. 11. Install control cable anchor bracket. 53869 Cable Anchor Bracket Shift and Throttle Lever Bushing Bolt (1) Bolt and Bushing (2) Shift and Throttle Lever Mounting Bolt Torque 100 lb-in. (11.3 Nm) Cable Anchor Bracket Mounting Bolt Torque 75 lb-in.
  • Page 283 CYLINDER BLOCK/CRANKCASE 12. Reinstall carburetor assembly with 8 flange bolts and 2 side mounting bolts. Tighten bolts to the specified torque. Carburetor Assembly O-Ring Flange Seals (4) Flange Bolts (8) Side Mounting Bolts (2) Collar (2) Flange Bolt Torque 50 lb-in. (5.7 Nm) Side Bolt Torque 75 lb-in.

  • Page 284: Powerhead Installation

    CYLINDER BLOCK/CRANKCASE 13. Reconnect hoses. Use sta-straps to fasten all hose connections. 53726 Breather Hose Fuel Hose (2) Remote Fuel Hose Sta-Straps Powerhead Installation 1. Install powerhead and new gasket with 8 bolts. Tighten bolts to the specified torque. 53868 Powerhead Mounting Bolts (4 Each Side) Gasket Powerhead Mounting Bolt Torque...
  • Page 285 CYLINDER BLOCK/CRANKCASE 2. Reconnect the vent hose. Use sta-strap to fasten hose connections. 53726 Vent Hose 3. Engage the vertical shift shaft. 4. Reconnect the power trim harness wires. 5. Position the trim wiring harness away from the moving horizontal shift shaft. Fasten har- ness to mounting boss with sta-strap as shown.
  • Page 286 Specifications Pump Type Trochoid Engine Oil Pressure (Warm Engine) @ 3000 rpm 30-40 psi (207-278 kPa) Engine Oil Pan Capacity Either 3 Qts. or 3 Liters Oil Pump: Outer Rotor to Housing “a” 0.001 - 0.006 in. (0.03 - 0.15 mm) Inner Rotor to Outer Rotor “b”...
  • Page 287 LUBRICATION Oil Pump Removal 1. Refer to section 4A for Cylinder Head Removal. 2. Remove oil pump bolts, separate oil pump from cylinder head. Bolts (4) M6x35 Oil Pump Disassembly 1. Heat screws to loosen Loctite sealant. Remove screws. Screw (2) Heat Screws to Loosen Loctite Sealant Page 4C-2 90-828631R3 MARCH 1999...
  • Page 288 LUBRICATION 2. Disassemble Oil Pump. Cover Seal Outer Rotor Inner Rotor Shaft Cross Pin Cleaning and Inspection Oil Pump 1. Check oil pump components for pitting, scratches, and for the following measurements. Replace oil pump if worn or out of specification. 2.
  • Page 289 LUBRICATION Oil Pump Assembly 1. Reassemble the oil pump assembly. 2. Lubricate the outer and inner rotors thoroughly with engine oil. Cover Seal Outer Rotor Inner Rotor Shaft Cross Pin 3. Fasten cover with two screws. Apply Loctite 222 to threads. Tighten screws to the speci- fied torque.
  • Page 290 LUBRICATION Oil Pump Installation 1. Place O-ring seals on the oil pump. Lubricate the O-rings with oil. 2. Prime the oil pump by pouring approximately 1 fl oz (30 ml) of engine oil into the oil pump body. O-Ring Seals Pour Approximately 1 fl oz (30 ml) of Engine Oil into the Oil Pump Body 3.
  • Page 291 CLAMP/SWIVEL BRACKETS & DRIVESHAFT HOUSING MID-SECTION Section 5A - Clamp/Swivel Brackets & Driveshaft Housing Table of Contents Specifications ......5A-1 Steering Arm .

  • Page 292: Transom Bracket

    CLAMP/SWIVEL BRACKETS & DRIVESHAFT HOUSING Transom Bracket 35 36 2-4-C w/Teflon (92-825407A12) Page 5A-2 90-828631R3 MARCH 1999...
  • Page 293 POWER TRIM SCREW Drive Tight SCREW Drive Tight WASHER Drive Tight LINK TILT LEVER BUSHING NON POWER TRIM WASHER WAVE WASHER TILT KNOB SCREW (.375-16 x .62) 18.3 24.9 SCREW (M10 x 40) WASHER DECAL-Tilt Lock 90-828631R3 MARCH 1999 Page 5A-3...

  • Page 294: Swivel Bracket

    CLAMP/SWIVEL BRACKETS & DRIVESHAFT HOUSING Swivel Bracket A = TORQUE NUT 120 LB-IN. (13.5 NM) AND THEN BACK OFF 1/4 TURN. 2-4-C w/Teflon (92-825407A12) Page 5A-4 90-828631R3 MARCH 1999...
  • Page 295 CLAMP/SWIVEL BRACKETS & DRIVESHAFT HOUSING Swivel Bracket TORQUE REF. REF. QTY. DESCRIPTION lb-in. lb-ft LINK ROD SCREW (1-1/2 IN.) 27.0 WASHER NON HANDLE WASHER NUT (.375-24) 13.5 PUCK BUSHING SWIVEL BRACKET (BLACK) SWIVEL BRACKET (GRAY) BEARING GREASE FITTING DECAL-Co-Pilot DECAL-Serial Overlaminate BUSHING (LOWER) SEAL SCREW (M8 x 10) (HANDLE)

  • Page 296: Driveshaft Housing

    CLAMP/SWIVEL BRACKETS & DRIVESHAFT HOUSING Driveshaft Housing Page 5A-6 90-828631R3 MARCH 1999...
  • Page 297 CLAMP/SWIVEL BRACKETS & DRIVESHAFT HOUSING Driveshaft Housing TORQUE REF. REF. QTY. DESCRIPTION lb-in. lb-ft SEAL–water tube DRIVESHAFT HOUSING (NON-BIGFOOT) (BLACK) DRIVESHAFT HOUSING (NON-BIGFOOT) (GRAY) DRIVESHAFT HOUSING (BIGFOOT) (BLACK) DRIVESHAFT HOUSING (BIGFOOT) (GRAY) EXHAUST TUBE RETAINER PLATE BIGFOOT SCREW (M10 x 25) SCREW–Adaptor Plate SCREW (M8 x 1.25 x 45) BUMPER...

  • Page 298: Adaptor Plate

    CLAMP/SWIVEL BRACKETS & DRIVESHAFT HOUSING Adaptor Plate Loctite PST Pipe Sealant (92-809822) 4-Stroke Outboard Oil (92-828000A12) Page 5A-8 90-828631R3 MARCH 1999...

  • Page 299: Description

    CLAMP/SWIVEL BRACKETS & DRIVESHAFT HOUSING Adaptor Plate TORQUE REF. REF. QTY. DESCRIPTION lb-in. lb-ft DIPSTICK DIPSTICK TUBE SEAL HEAT SHIELD DOWEL PIN ELBOW STA-STRAP TUBING (20 IN.) SEAL–driveshaft (NON-BIGFOOT) SEAL–driveshaft (BIGFOOT) PLUG–oil passage GROMMET (NON BIGFOOT) ADAPTOR PLATE GASKET O RING PLATE HOSE BAFFLE...

  • Page 300: Anti-Corrosion Grease

    CLAMP/SWIVEL BRACKETS & DRIVESHAFT HOUSING Steering Arm Anti-Corrosion Grease (92-78376A6) 2-4-C w/Teflon (92-825407A12) Page 5A-10 90-828631R3 MARCH 1999...
  • Page 301 CLAMP/SWIVEL BRACKETS & DRIVESHAFT HOUSING Steering Arm TORQUE REF. REF. QTY. DESCRIPTION lb-in. lb-ft STRAP MOUNT BUMPER BUMPER (BIGFOOT) RETAINING RING STEERING ARM (BLACK) STEERING ARM (GRAY) BRACKET TAB WASHER NON HANDLE SCREW (M10 x 1.5 x 30) 32.5 SCREW (M12 x 1.75 x 154) WASHER (BIGFOOT) SPACER SWIVEL TUBE (NON-BIGFOOT)

  • Page 302: Bottom Cowl

    CLAMP/SWIVEL BRACKETS & DRIVESHAFT HOUSING Bottom Cowl 2-4-C w/Teflon (92-825407A12) Page 5A-12 90-828631R3 MARCH 1999...
  • Page 303 CLAMP/SWIVEL BRACKETS & DRIVESHAFT HOUSING Bottom Cowl TORQUE REF. REF. QTY. DESCRIPTION lb-in. lb-ft BOTTOM COWL (PORT) (BLACK) BOTTOM COWL (PORT) (GRAY) BOTTOM COWL (STBD.) (BLACK) BOTTOM COWL (STBD.) (GRAY) SCREW WASHER SEAL SCREW (M6 x 1 x 60) GASKET FITTING-telltale WASHER BOOT...

  • Page 304: Bottom Cowl Removal

    CLAMP/SWIVEL BRACKETS & DRIVESHAFT HOUSING Bottom Cowl Removal 1. Disconnect trim wires. 53860 Green/White Lt. Blue/White Red/Purple 2. Remove fuel connector bolt. Fuel Connector Bolt-M6 x 60 Fuel Connector Page 5A-14 90-828631R3 MARCH 1999...

  • Page 305: Bottom Cowl Installation

    CLAMP/SWIVEL BRACKETS & DRIVESHAFT HOUSING 3. Remove screws holding cowl halves together. Cowl Screws (6) Bottom Cowl Installation 1. Check for proper placement of boot between cowl halves. Verify trim wires are clear. 2. Secure cowl halves together with screws. Boot Screws (6) 90-828631R3 MARCH 1999...
  • Page 306 CLAMP/SWIVEL BRACKETS & DRIVESHAFT HOUSING 3. Secure fuel connector with bolt. Bolt - M6 x 60 Fuel Connector 4. Connect trim wires. 53860 Green/White Lt. Blue/White Red/Purple Page 5A-16 90-828631R3 MARCH 1999...

  • Page 307: Co-Pilot Installation

    CLAMP/SWIVEL BRACKETS & DRIVESHAFT HOUSING Co-Pilot Installation 1. Apply 2-4-C Marine Lubricant with Teflon to threads on the threaded rod. 2. Thread rod into swivel bracket to a height of 7/8 in. (22.2 mm). 7/8 in. (22.2 mm) 54275 2-4-C w/Teflon (92-850736A1) Threaded Rod 3.
  • Page 308 CLAMP/SWIVEL BRACKETS & DRIVESHAFT HOUSING 5. Install remaining co-pilot components. 54275 54276 Brake Disc (2) Swivel Head Plate Hex Shoulder Screw (2) Brake Plate Nylon Washer Co-Pilot Lever Lock Nut (Tighten Next Step) Page 5A-18 90-828631R3 MARCH 1999...
  • Page 309 CLAMP/SWIVEL BRACKETS & DRIVESHAFT HOUSING 6. Adjust the co-pilot steering friction as follows: Loosen the secondary steering friction screw. This screw can be used after the co-pilot lever has been adjusted to add steering friction on the tiller handle. Secondary Steering Friction Screw Set the co-pilot lever to the full friction (left side) position.
  • Page 310 POWER TRIM MID-SECTION Section 5B – Power Trim 1998 and Earlier Non-Bigfoot Table of Contents Special Tools ......5B-2 Disassembly .

  • Page 311: Special Tools

    POWER TRIM Special Tools 1. Spanner Wrench P/N 91-74951 2. Lock-Ring Pliers P/N SRP-2 (Snap-On) 3. Expanding Rod P/N CG 41-11 (Snap-On) 4. Collet P/N CG 41-12 (Snap-On) Address Snap-On Tools Company 2801 - 80th Street Kenosha, Wisconsin 53143 Phone 414.656.5200 Page 5B-2 90-828631R3 MARCH 1999...

  • Page 312: Power Trim Mounting

    POWER TRIM Power Trim Mounting 2-4-C w/Teflon (92-850736A1) TORQUE REF. REF. QTY. DESCRIPTION lb-in. lb-ft PIN-anchor (14MM) BUSHING BUSHING WASHER 18.0 24.5 SCREW (M10 x 40) WASHER SCREW (10-16 x .35) Drive Tight C-WASHER CLIP BUSHING 90-828631R3 MARCH 1999 Page 5B-3...

  • Page 313: Power Trim

    POWER TRIM Power Trim NOTE: Lubricate all O-rings using Quicksilver Power Trim and Steering Fluid. If not available, use automotive (ATF) automatic transmission fluid. NOTE: It is recommended that all O-rings be replaced when servicing tilt system. Liquid Neoprene (92-25711--2) Page 5B-4 90-828631R3 MARCH 1999...
  • Page 314 POWER TRIM Power Trim TORQUE REF. REF. QTY. DESCRIPTION lb-in. lb-ft POWER TRIM ASSEMBLY – O RING KIT SHOCK ROD ASSEMBLY PILOT CHECK ASSEMBLY 13.5 TILT RELIEF VALVE ASSEMBLY 13.5 SUCTION SEAT ASSEMBLY 13.5 PUMP ASSEMBLY SPRING/DOWN RELIEF BALL SCREW (10-32 x 1-1/4 IN.) FILTER SEAL RING MOTOR ASSEMBLY...

  • Page 315: Theory Of Operation

    POWER TRIM Theory Of Operation The Power Trim system consists of an electric motor, pressurized fluid reservoir, pump and trim cylinder. The remote control (or trim panel) is equipped with a switch that is used for trimming the outboard “up” and “down”, and for tilting the outboard for shallow water operation (at slow speed) or for “trailering”.

  • Page 316: Trailering Outboard

    POWER TRIM The engine can be raised beyond the 20_ maximum trim angle for shallow water operation, etc., by keeping the engine rpm below 2000 rpm. If engine rpm increases above 2000 rpm, the thrust created by the propeller (if deep enough in the water) will cause the trim system to automatically lower the engine back to the 20_ maximum trim angle.

  • Page 317: Trim "In" Angle Adjustment

    POWER TRIM Trim “In” Angle Adjustment WARNING Operating some boats with engine trimmed to the full “in” trim angle at planing speed will cause undesirable and/or unsafe steering conditions. Each boat must be water tested for handling characteristics after engine installation and after any trim adjustments.
  • Page 318 POWER TRIM Notes: 90-828631R3 MARCH 1999 Page 5B-9...

  • Page 319: Power Trim Flow Diagrams

    POWER TRIM Power Trim Flow Diagrams TRIM UP Reservoir and Feed Oil Oil Under Pressure Return Oil Up Pressure 2530 psi (min) Page 5B-10 90-828631R3 MARCH 1999...
  • Page 320 POWER TRIM Trim Up When the trim switch is activated in the up position, the electric motor (a) begins to rotate the oil pump gears (n), the oil pump draws a small amount of oil through the filter, up circuit pick-up and past the up circuit feed check ball (o).

  • Page 321: Tilt Up

    POWER TRIM TILT UP Reservoir and Feed Oil Oil Under Pressure Return Oil Tilt Relief Pressure 500-600 psi Page 5B-12 90-828631R3 MARCH 1999...
  • Page 322 POWER TRIM Tilt Up In the up mode, as the trim rod (b) extends from the cylinder, the memory piston (e) clears or uncovers the pressure relief passage. Oil from the up cavity will enter this passage and open the tilt pressure relief valve (k). This valve lowers the amount of pressure available to lift the outboard motor.

  • Page 323: Maximum Tilt

    POWER TRIM MAXIMUM TILT Reservoir and Feed Oil Oil Under Pressure Return Oil Tilt Relief Pressure 500-600 psi Page 5B-14 90-828631R3 MARCH 1999...
  • Page 324 POWER TRIM Maximum Tilt With the cylinder at maximum travel, and due to no ram movement, the pressure inside of the trim cylinder will increase to the pressure required to move the tilt relief actuator (i). The tilt relief actuator’s “pin” opens the tilt relief valve (k). Up pressure flows into the trim relief passage, and return back into the reservoir (t).
  • Page 325 POWER TRIM TRIM DOWN Reservoir and Feed Oil Oil Under Pressure Return Oil Down Relief 500-800 psi Page 5B-16 90-828631R3 MARCH 1999...
  • Page 326 POWER TRIM Trim Down When the trim switch is activated in the down position, the electric motor (a) will rotate the oil pump gears (n) in the opposite direction. With the oil pump gears rotating backwards, the flow of oil is reversed. Oil is drawn through the filter, past the up circuit feed check ball (m), into the down circuit oil pick-up and finally into the oil pump.
  • Page 327 POWER TRIM SHOCK FUNCTION UP Reservoir and Feed Oil Oil Under Pressure Return Oil 1550-1850 psi Page 5B-18 90-828631R3 MARCH 1999...
  • Page 328 POWER TRIM Shock Function Up Oil inside the down cavity is locked in a static position by the closed down circuit pressure operated valve (h), the manual release valve (j) and the tilt relief valve (k). If the outboard strikes an underwater object while in forward gear the trim rod (b) will try to rapidly extend from the cylinder , the pressure increases inside the trim cylinder down cavity and connect- ing passages.

  • Page 329: Shock Function

    POWER TRIM SHOCK FUNCTION RETURN Reservoir and Feed Oil Oil Under Pressure Return Oil Page 5B-20 90-828631R3 MARCH 1999...
  • Page 330 POWER TRIM Shock Function Return After the engine clears the under water object, the weight of the engine will increase the oil pressure between the memory piston (e) and shock piston (d) to the level required to open the shock return valve (v), inside the shock piston, allowing the oil to bleed back through the shock piston into the down cavity.

  • Page 331: Manual Tilt

    POWER TRIM MANUAL TILT Reservoir and Feed Oil Return Oil Page 5B-22 90-828631R3 MARCH 1999...
  • Page 332 POWER TRIM Manual Tilt To manually tilt the outboard engine, the owner will need to back out the manual release valve (j). With the valve backed out, the internal passages inside the manifold are connected together. These passages connect both the cylinder down and up cavities together, along with the reservoir (t), allowing the engine to be raised or lowered.

  • Page 333: Troubleshooting

    POWER TRIM Troubleshooting Support outboard with tilt lock pin when servicing power trim system. IMPORTANT: After debris or failed components have been found (during trouble- shooting procedure) it is recommended that unit be disassembled completely and ALL O-rings be replaced. Check ball valve components and castings must be cleaned using engine cleaner and compressed air or replaced prior to re-assembly.

  • Page 334: Hydraulic System Troubleshooting Flow Chart

    POWER TRIM Hydraulic System Troubleshooting Flow Chart OUTBOARD WILL NOT HOLD TILTED POSITION DURING REVERSE AND/OR TRAILS OUT DURING HIGH SPEED DECELERATION Manual release Manual release valve and Inspect manual release valve valve and O-ring O-rings appear to be O.K. damaged Clean and reinstall manu- al release valve...
  • Page 335 POWER TRIM continued Remove suction seat as- sembly and inspect for debris and/or damage Suction seat assembly Debris and/or damage appears O.K. - Clean and identified reinstall suction seat as- sembly Replace suction seat Trim will not hold assembly Trim system holds reverse thrust reverse thrust:...
  • Page 336 POWER TRIM Hydraulic System Troubleshooting Flow Chart TRIM SYSTEM LEAKS DOWN WITH MANUAL RELEASE VALVE CLOSED Manual release Inspect manual release valve Manual release valve and O- valve and O-ring rings appear to be O.K. - Clean damaged and reinstall manual release valve Replace manual re- Trim...
  • Page 337 POWER TRIM continued Remove PO check valve assembly, inspect rings and seals for dam- Debris and/or damage PO check valve appears identified O.K. - Clean and reinstall PO check valve assembly Replace PO check valve assembly Trim system does Trim system leaks leak...

  • Page 338: Troubleshooting The Power Trim Electrical System

    POWER TRIM Troubleshooting the Power Trim Electrical System BLU/WHT GRN/WHT BLU/WHT or PUR GRN/WHT or GRN RED/PUR – RED/PUR GRN/WHT BLU/WHT LT. GRN/WHT GRN/WHT 14 BLK LT. GRN/WHT LT. BLU/WHT LT.BLU/WHT BLUE 14 BLK LT. BLU/WHT Trim Switch (Remote Control Mounted) Trim Switch (Panel Mounted) Fuse Holder Remote Control...
  • Page 339 POWER TRIM Troubleshooting the Power Trim Electrical System Refer to wiring diagram on preceding page for location of wire connections. Problem Possible Cause Remedy Trim Switch “UP” is inopera- 1. Open wire between Wire Connection (1) 1. Check for a open connection or cut tive, but the Cowl Switch and Trim Switch.

  • Page 340: Power Trim System Removal

    POWER TRIM Power Trim System Removal 1. Tilt outboard to the full up position and support with tilt lock pin. 2. Disconnect the power trim wire harness and remove clamps. Tilt Lock Pin Power Trim Wire Harness Clamps 3. Remove the trilobe pin. 4.

  • Page 341: Disassembly

    POWER TRIM 6. Remove nuts and washers securing the lower pivot pin. Remove lower pivot pin. Retain the pivot pin bushings from the clamp brackets and trim unit. 7. Remove the trim unit. Disassembly Shock Rod Removal IMPORTANT: Power trim system is pressurized. Outboard must be in the full “UP” position (trim rod fully extended) prior to fill/drain plug, or manual release valve re- moval.

  • Page 342: Shock Rod Disassembly

    POWER TRIM 4. Secure power trim assembly in a soft jaw vise. 5. Unscrew end cap assembly from cylinder using spanner wrench 91-74951. 6. Remove shock rod assembly from cylinder. 91-74951 Shock Rod Disassembly NOTE: The only serviceable items on the shock rod assembly are the O-rings and wiper ring.
  • Page 343 POWER TRIM 3. Remove check ball components from shock rod piston. 4. Remove O-ring from shock rod piston. 51147 Spring (5) Seat (5) Ball (5) O-ring CAUTION When removing shock piston, spanner wrench must have 1/4 in. x 5/16 in. long pegs to avoid damage to shock piston.

  • Page 344: Memory Piston Removal

    POWER TRIM 8. Inspect check valve for debris; clean debris from check valve if found. If debris cannot be cleaned from check valve, replace shock piston as an assembly. 9. Clean shock and components with compressed air. 10. Remove inner O-ring from shock rod piston. 11.

  • Page 345: Trim Motor Removal

    POWER TRIM b. Blowing compressed air into manual release valve hole using air nozzle. WARNING Memory piston cup may be expelled at a high velocity when air pressure is applied. Failure to place cylinder as shown below could result in personal injury. NOTE: Point cylinder opening down and away.

  • Page 346: Oil Pump Removal

    POWER TRIM Oil Pump Removal 1. Remove oil filter and pump from manifold. IMPORTANT: DO NOT disassemble the oil pump. The pump is not serviceable. Screw (2) Oil Pump Spring Filter O-Ring Down Relief Ball Tilt Relief Valve Removal NOTE: The following procedures requires the use of a Snap-On blind hole removal tool #CG-41-11 with 5/16”...
  • Page 347 POWER TRIM 1. Unscrew plug from manifold and remove spring and poppet assembly. NOTE: Do not lose shim that may be lodged in the plug. 2. Use the removal tool and pull out the pilot valve. Tilt Relief Valve Assembly O-Rings Actuator Pin Pilot Valve...

  • Page 348: Suction Seat Removal

    POWER TRIM Suction Seat Removal 1. Unscrew plug from manifold and remove ball. 2. Use a pin punch and knock the filter and suction seat out from the inside of the manifold cavity. CAUTION DO NOT use any tool on the suction seat as any damage to the surface will not allow the ball to seat.
  • Page 349 Plug (2) Spring (2) Poppet Assembly (2) Seat (2) Spool (1) IMPORTANT: Inspect poppet assemblies for debris in the area shown. If debris is found on poppets replace poppets. Debris Under Valve Tip Rubber Seat Page 5B-40 90-828631R3 MARCH 1999...

  • Page 350: Cleaning/Inspection/Repair

    POWER TRIM Cleaning/Inspection/Repair IMPORTANT: Components must be dirt and lint free. Slightest amount of debris in Power Trim system could cause system to malfunction. Clean shock rod and components with parts cleaner and dry with compressed air. It is recommended that all O-rings in trim system be replaced. Use O-Ring Kit 25-827668A1. Lubricate all O-rings with power trim fluid.

  • Page 351: Reassembly

    POWER TRIM Reassembly O-Ring and Seal Placement O-Rings and Seals are part of O-Ring Kit 25-827668A1 Page 5B-42 90-828631R3 MARCH 1999...
  • Page 352 0.145 in. (3.68 mm) 0.285 in. (7.24mm) 0.07 in. (1.78 mm) Pump Filter O-ring, Pump Filter - Square Cut Reservoir/Motor 2.614 in. (66.40 mm) 2.754 in. (70.0 mm) 0.07 in. (1.78 mm) Memory Piston 1.037 in. (26.34 mm) 1.457 in. (37.0 mm) 0.21 in.

  • Page 353: Power Trim Reassembly

    POWER TRIM Power Trim Reassembly IMPORTANT: Lubricate all O-rings with Quicksilver Power Trim Fluid (92-90100A12). If not available, use automotive (ATF) automatic transmission fluid. Tilt Relief Valve Reassembly 1. Lubricate O-rings with power trim fluid. 2. Place actuator pin into pilot valve. 3.

  • Page 354: Suction Seat Reassembly

    POWER TRIM Suction Seat Reassembly 1. Lubricate O-rings with power trim fluid. 2. Install filter and suction seat using a 9/32” or 7 mm socket on OUTSIDE diameter of suc- tion seat. 3. Install ball and plug. Torque plug to 120 lb-in. (13.5 Nm). Filter Suction Seat Ball...

  • Page 355: Oil Pump Reassembly

    POWER TRIM Oil Pump Reassembly 1. Install the down relief ball and spring into manifold. 2. Check to see that O-rings are placed on bottom of pump. 3. Place O-ring (square cut) on filter. 4. Place filter over the oil pump. 5.

  • Page 356: Trim Motor Reassembly

    POWER TRIM Trim Motor Reassembly 1. Align coupler between oil pump and motor. 2. Install trim motor and secure with four (4) screws. Torque screws to specified torque. Coupler O-ring Trim Pump Motor Ground Strap Lock Washer (1) Screws (4) Screw Torque 80 lb-in.

  • Page 357: Shock Rod Reassembly

    POWER TRIM Shock Rod Reassembly 1. Install lubricated O-rings to end cap. 2. Install rod wiper. 3. Install lubricated O-rings to shock piston. 51145 51199 Rod Wiper Inner O-ring Outer O-ring Shock Piston O-ring O-ring 4. Clamp shock rod in soft jawed vise. 5.

  • Page 358: Shock Rod Installation

    POWER TRIM 9. Remove shock rod assembly from vise. 10. Install ball, seat, and spring (five sets) to shock rod piston. 51147 Spring (5) Seat (5) Ball (5) 11. Secure components with shock piston bolt. Torque bolt to specified torque. Bolt Bolt Torque 45 lb-ft (61 Nm)

  • Page 359: Manual Release Valve Installation

    POWER TRIM 3. Fill cylinder three inches (76.2 mm) from top of cylinder using Dexron III, (ATF) automatic transmission fluid. If not available, use Quicksilver Power Trim and Steering Fluid. 4. Install shock rod into cylinder until power trim fluid flows through oil blow off ball passage. Fill remaining cylinder to just below the cylinder threads.

  • Page 360: Bleeding Power Trim Unit

    POWER TRIM Bleeding Power Trim Unit 1. Secure power trim unit in soft jawed vise. 2. Remove reservoir plug. Add power trim fluid until it is even with the bottom of the fill hole. Reinstall plug. 3. Close the manual release valve. (Turn full clockwise.) Reservoir Plug 4.
  • Page 361 POWER TRIM 3. Install lower pivot pin. Secure with flat washers and nuts. Torque nuts to specified torque. Nuts Nut Torque 18 lb-ft (24.4 Nm) 4. Install sacrificial anode to clamp brackets. Fasten ground strap between anode and clamp bracket. Torque bolts to specified torque. Ground Wire Sacrificial Anode Bolt Torque...
  • Page 362 POWER TRIM 7. Secure upper pivot pin with trilobe pin. Press trilobe pin in until its fully seated. Trilobe Pin 8. Re-connect trim wire harness leads (see wiring diagram Section 2D for proper connec- tions). 9. Recheck fluid level (tilt/trim rod fully extended). 10.
  • Page 363 O-ring Description and Sizes ....5C-40 Down Circuit ......

  • Page 364: Special Tools

    POWER TRIM Special Tools 1. Spanner Wrench P/N 91-74951 2. Lock-Ring Pliers P/N SRP-4 (Snap-On) 3. Expanding Rod P/N CG 41-11 (Snap- On) 4. Collet P/N CG 41-12 (Snap- On) Address Snap-On Tools Company 2801 - 80th Street Kenosha, Wisconsin 53143 Phone 414.656.5200 5.
  • Page 365 POWER TRIM Notes: 90-828631R3 MARCH 1999 Page 5C-3...

  • Page 366: Power Trim Components

    POWER TRIM Power Trim NOTE: Lubricate all O-rings using Quicksilver Power Trim and Steering Fluid. If not available, use auto- motive (ATF) automatic transmission fluid. NOTE: It is recommended that all O-rings be replaced when servicing tilt system. Page 5C-4 90-828631R3 MARCH 1999...
  • Page 367 POWER TRIM Power Trim TORQUE REF. REF. QTY. DESCRIPTION lb-in. lb-ft – POWER TRIM PUMP (NON-BIGFOOT) S/N- & UP – POWER TRIM PUMP (BIGFOOT) – POWER TRIM PUMP (NON-BIGFOOT) S/N- & BELOW – POWER TRIM PUMP (BIGFOOT) SHOCK ROD KIT (S/N- & UP) SHOCK ROD KIT (NON-BIGFOOT) S/N- &...

  • Page 368: Theory Of Operation

    POWER TRIM Theory Of Operation The Power Trim system consists of an electric motor, pressurized fluid reservoir, pump and trim cylinder. The remote control (or trim panel) is equipped with a switch that is used for trimming the outboard “up” and “down”, and for tilting the outboard for shallow water operation (at slow speed) or for “trailering”.

  • Page 369: Trailering Outboard

    POWER TRIM TRIMMING OUTBOARD “DOWN” (“IN”) WARNING Excessive speed at minimum trim “In” may cause undesirable and/or unsafe steer- ing conditions. Each boat should be tested for handling characteristics after any adjustment is made to the tilt angle (tilt pin relocation). Will help planing off, particularly with a heavy load.

  • Page 370: Power Trim Flow Diagrams

    880-1110 psi (30-60 hp) 1220-1420 psi (75-125 hp) Up Pressure 1625 psi (30-60 hp) 2800 psi (75-125 hp) Tilt Relief Pressure mininmum 250-400 psi (30-60 hp) 500-700 psi (40-60 hp Bigfoot) 540-990 psi (75-125 hp) Page 5C-8 90-828631R3 MARCH 1999...
  • Page 371 POWER TRIM Trim Up When the trim switch is activated in the up position, the electric motor (c) begins to rotate the oil pump gears (j), the oil pump draws a small amount of oil through the filter (g) and through the up circuit suction port (i).
  • Page 372 Impact Relief Pressure #22 880-1110 psi (30-60 hp) 1220-1420 psi (75-125 hp) Tilt Relief Pressure 250-400 psi (30-60 hp) Up Pressure 500-700 psi (40-60 hp Bigfoot) 1625 psi (30-60 hp) 540-990 psi (75-125 hp) 2800 psi (75-125 hp) minimun Page 5C-10...
  • Page 373 POWER TRIM Tilt Up In the up mode, as the trim rod (a) extends from the cylinder (w), the memory piston (t) clears or uncovers the pressure relief passage. Oil from the up cavity will enter this passage and, if required, causes the tilt relief piston (s) to open the tilt relief valve (r). This valve lowers the amount of pressure available to lift the outboard motor.

  • Page 374: Maximum Tilt

    880-1110 psi (30-60 hp) 1220-1420 psi (75-125 hp) Tilt Relief Pressure Up Pressure 250-400 psi (30-60 hp) 1625 psi (30-60 hp) 500-700 psi (40-60 hp Bigfoot) 2800 psi (75-125 hp) 540-990 psi (75-125 hp) minimum Page 5C-12 90-828631R3 MARCH 1999...
  • Page 375 POWER TRIM Maximum Tilt With the trim rod at maximum travel, and due to no rod movement, the pressure inside of the trim cylinder (w) will increase to the pressure required to move the tilt relief piston (s). The tilt relief piston’s “pin” opens the tilt relief valve (r). Up pressure flows allowing the oil to flow into the trim relief passage, and returns back into the reservoir.
  • Page 376 Impact Relief Pressure #22 880-1110 psi (30-60 hp) 1220-1420 psi (75-125 hp) Tilt Relief Pressure 250-400 psi (30-60 hp) Up Pressure 500-700 psi (40-60 hp Bigfoot) 1625 psi (30-60 hp) 540-990 psi (75-125 hp) 2800 psi (75-125 hp) minimum Page 5C-14...

  • Page 377: Down Circuit

    POWER TRIM Trim Down When the trim switch is activated in the down position, the electric motor (c) will rotate the oil pump gears (j) in the opposite direction. With the oil pump gears rotating backwards, the flow of oil is reversed. Oil is drawn through the filter (g), through the down circuit suction port (k) and into the oil pump gears (j).

  • Page 378: Shock Function Up

    Impact Relief Pressure #22 880-1110 psi (30-60 hp) 1220-1420 psi (75-125 hp) Tilt Relief Pressure 250-400 psi (30-60 hp) Up Pressure 500-700 psi (40-60 hp Bigfoot) 1625 psi (30-60 hp) 540-990 psi (75-125 hp) 2800 psi (75-125 hp) minimum Page 5C-16...
  • Page 379 POWER TRIM Shock Function Up Oil inside the down cavity is locked in a static position by the closed down circuit pressure operated valve (f), the manual release valve (p) and the manifold reverse suction valve (o). If the outboard strikes an underwater object while in forward gear, the trim rod (a) will try to rapidly extend from the cylinder (w), the pressure increases inside the trim cylinder down cavity and connecting passages.

  • Page 380: Shock Function Return

    Í Impact Relief Pressure #22 880-1110 psi (30-60 hp) 1220-1420 psi (75-125 hp) Tilt Relief Pressure 250-400 psi (30-60 hp) 500-700 psi (40-60 hp Bigfoot) Up Pressure 540-990 psi (75-125 hp) 1625 psi (30-60 hp) 2800 psi (75-125 hp) minimum...
  • Page 381 POWER TRIM Shock Function Return After the engine clears the under water object, the weight of the engine will increase the oil pressure between the memory piston (t) and shock piston (u) to the level required to open the shock return valve (h), inside the shock piston, allowing the oil to bleed back through the shock piston into the down cavity.
  • Page 382 Impact Relief Pressure #22 880-1110 psi (30-60 hp) 1220-1420 psi (75-125 hp) Tilt Relief Pressure 250-400 psi (30-60 hp) Up Pressure 500-700 psi (40-60 hp Bigfoot) 1625 psi (30-60 hp) 540-990 psi (75-125 hp) 2800 psi (75-125 hp) minimum Page 5C-20...
  • Page 383 POWER TRIM Manual Tilt To manually tilt the outboard engine, the owner will need to back out the manual release valve (p) 3-4 turns. With the valve backed out, the internal passages inside the manifold are connected together. These passages connect both the cylinder down and up cavities to- gether, along with the reservoir, allowing the engine to be raised or lowered.

  • Page 384: Troubleshooting

    POWER TRIM Troubleshooting Support outboard with tilt lock pin when servicing power trim system. IMPORTANT: After debris or failed components have been found (during trouble- shooting procedure), it is recommended that unit be disassembled completely and ALL O-rings be replaced. Check ball valve components and castings must be cleaned using engine cleaner and compressed air or replaced prior to re-assembly.

  • Page 385: Hydraulic System Troubleshooting Flow Chart

    POWER TRIM Hydraulic System Troubleshooting Flow Chart OUTBOARD WILL NOT HOLD TILTED POSITION DURING REVERSE AND/OR TRAILS OUT DURING HIGH SPEED DECELERATION. Manual release valve and Manual release Inspect manual release valve. O-rings appear to be O.K. - valve and O-ring Clean and reinstall manual damaged.
  • Page 386 POWER TRIM Hydraulic System Troubleshooting Flow Chart continued Remove suction seat as- sembly and inspect for debris and/or damage. Suction seat assembly Debris and/or damage appears O.K. - Clean and identified. reinstall suction seat assembly. Replace suction seat Trim will not hold assembly.
  • Page 387 POWER TRIM Hydraulic System Troubleshooting Flow Chart TRIM SYSTEM LEAKS DOWN WITH MANUAL RELEASE VALVE CLOSED. Manual release valve Inspect manual release valve. Manual release valve and O- and O-ring damaged. rings appear to be O.K. - Clean and reinstall manual release valve.
  • Page 388 POWER TRIM Hydraulic System Troubleshooting Flow Chart continued Inspect memory pis- ton O-ring and cylinder bore. Cylinder bore appears Cylinder bore appears rough and/or debris smooth with no debris. found in cylinder. Replace memory pis- Trim leaks down. ton and shock piston O-rings.

  • Page 389: Troubleshooting The Power Trim Electrical System

    POWER TRIM Troubleshooting the Power Trim Electrical System BLU/WHT GRN/WHT BLU/WHT or PUR GRN/WHT or GRN RED/PUR – RED/PUR GRN/WHT Solenoid BLU/WHT LT. GRN/WHT GRN/WHT 14 BLK LT. GRN/WHT LT. BLU/WHT LT.BLU/WHT BLUE 14 BLK LT. BLU/WHT Trim Switch (Remote Control Mounted) Down Relay Trim Switch (Panel Mounted) Up Relay...
  • Page 390 POWER TRIM Troubleshooting the Power Trim Electrical System Refer to wiring diagram on preceding page for location of wire connections. Problem Possible Cause Remedy Trim Switch “UP” is inopera- 1. Open wire between Wire Connection (1) 1. Check for an open connection or cut tive, but the Cowl Switch and Trim Switch.

  • Page 391: Power Trim System Removal

    POWER TRIM Power Trim System Removal 1. Tilt outboard to the full up position and support with tilt lock pin. 2. Disconnect the power trim wire harness and remove clamp. 55264 55464 Tilt Lock Pin Power Trim Wire Harness Clamp Harness 3.

  • Page 392: Power Trim Disassembly

    POWER TRIM 6. Use suitable punch to remove (Drive Down) lower pin. Retain dowel pin. 7. Use suitable punch to drive out lower pivot pin. 51144 51144 Dowel Pin Lower Pivot Pin Power Trim Disassembly IMPORTANT: Power trim system is pressurized. Trim rod must be in the full “UP” position (fully extended) prior to fill/drain plug, or manual release valve removal.

  • Page 393: Trim Motor Removal

    POWER TRIM Trim Motor Removal 1. Secure power trim assembly in a soft jaw vise. 2. Remove four (4) screws to remove motor/reservoir. Remove reservoir seal and coupler. Screw (4) Reservoir Reservoir Seal Coupler Manifold Assembly Pump and Components Removal 1.

  • Page 394: Manifold Removal

    POWER TRIM IMPORTANT: Inspect poppet assembly for debris in the area shown. If debris is found on poppet replace poppet. 2. Remove three (3) screws to remove pump. Remove filter and filter seal under pump. Remove suction seat assembly. Debris Under Valve Tip Rubber Seat Screws (3) Filter Seal...

  • Page 395: Shock Rod Removal

    POWER TRIM Shock Rod Removal 1. Unscrew end cap assembly from cylinder using spanner wrench [1/4 in. x 5/16 in. (6.4 mm x 8 mm) long pegs]. 2. Remove shock rod assembly from cylinder. Shock Rod Disassembly NOTE: The only serviceable items on the shock rod assembly are the O-rings and wiper ring.
  • Page 396 POWER TRIM 3. Remove check ball components from shock rod piston. 4. Remove O-ring from shock rod piston. 51147 Spring (5) Seat (5) Ball (5) O-ring CAUTION When removing shock piston, spanner wrench must have 1/4 in. x 5/16 in. long pegs to avoid damage to shock piston.
  • Page 397 POWER TRIM 8. Inspect check valve for debris; clean debris from check valve if found. If debris cannot be cleaned from check valve, replace shock piston as an assembly. 9. Clean shock and components with compressed air. 10. Remove inner O-ring from shock rod piston. 51199 Shock Piston O-ring...

  • Page 398: Memory Piston Removal

    POWER TRIM Memory Piston Removal 1. Remove memory piston from cylinder using one of two methods: a. Using lock ring pliers P/N SRP-4 (Snap-On) or suitable tool. SRP-4 (Snap-On) b. Blowing compressed air into manual release valve hole using air nozzle. WARNING Memory piston cup may be expelled at a high velocity when air pressure is applied.

  • Page 399: Cleaning/Inspection/Repair

    POWER TRIM Cleaning/Inspection/Repair IMPORTANT: Components must be dirt and lint free. Slightest amount of debris in Power Trim system could cause system to malfunction. Clean shock rod and components with parts cleaner and dry with compressed air. It is recommended that all O-rings in trim system be replaced. Use O-ring Kit 25-809880A1. Lubricate all O-rings with Quicksilver Power Trim Fluid (92-90100A12).

  • Page 400: Reassembly

    POWER TRIM Reassembly O-Ring and Seal Placement O-rings and Seals are part of O-ring Kit 25-809880A1 Page 5C-38 90-828631R3 MARCH 1999...

  • Page 401: O-Ring Sizes

    POWER TRIM O-ring Sizes Cutaway View of O-Ring Width O.D. I.D. O-RINGS SHOWN ARE ACTUAL SIZE 90-828631R3 MARCH 1999 Page 5C-39...

  • Page 402: O-Ring Description And Sizes

    Cap8134) 1.864 in. (47.34 mm) 2.004 in. (50.90 mm) 0.07 in. (1.78 mm) Shock Piston2579) 1.6 in. (40.64 mm) 2.02 in. (53.086 mm) 0.21 in. (5.334 mm) Piston Bolt05797) 0.676 in. (17.17 mm) .816 in. (20.726 mm) 0.07 in. (1.78 mm)

  • Page 403: Power Trim Reassembly

    POWER TRIM Power Trim Reassembly IMPORTANT: Lubricate all O-rings with Quicksilver Power Trim Fluid (92-90100A12). If not available, use automotive (ATF) automatic transmission fluid. Shock Rod Reassembly 1. Install lubricated O-rings to end cap. 2. Install rod wiper. 3. Install lubricated O-rings to shock piston. 51145 51199 Rod Wiper...
  • Page 404 POWER TRIM 8. Tighten shock rod piston securely using spanner wrench (1/4 in. x 5/16 in. long pegs). If a torquing type spanner tool is used to tighten shock piston, then torque to specified torque. 51146 Shock Rod Piston Spanner Wrench Shock Piston Torque 90 lb-ft (122 Nm) 9.

  • Page 405: Shock Rod Installation

    POWER TRIM Shock Rod Installation 1. Place trim cylinder in soft jawed vice. 2. Install lubricated O-ring to memory piston and place into cylinder. Push memory piston all the way to bottom. 3. Fill cylinder three inches (76.2 mm) from top of cylinder using Quicksilver Power Trim and Steering Fluid.

  • Page 406: Trim Limit Assembly Installation

    NOTE: There are three different size springs used in this manifold. The heavy spring is used on 75-125 hp outboards. The medium spring is used on 40-60 hp Bigfoot outboards. The light spring is used on 30-60 hp outboards.

  • Page 407: Manifold Installation

    POWER TRIM Manifold Installation 1. Install dowel pin and two (2) lubricated O-rings into trim cylinder. O-ring (2) Dowel Pin 2. Align the trim cylinder and pump/reservoir assembly together. 3. Install the two (2) long screws and torque to specified torque. 51146 Trim Cylinder Assembly Reservoir/Manifold Assembly...

  • Page 408: Oil Pump Installation

    POWER TRIM Oil Pump Installation 1. Install spring, ball, lubricated O-ring and plastic seat to manifold. 2. Check to see that O-rings are placed on bottom of pump. 3. Install filter and filter seal under pump. Install pump onto manifold. Torque screws to spe- cified torque.

  • Page 409: Reservoir/Motor Installation

    POWER TRIM 2. Install spool, seat with O-ring, check valve/poppet, spring and plug with O-ring into pump. Repeat for other side. Torque plugs to 120 lb-in. (13.5 Nm). Plug (2) Torque to 120 lb-in. (13.5 Nm) Spring (2) Check Valve/Poppet (2) Seat (2) Spool Reservoir/Motor Installation...

  • Page 410: Bleeding Power Trim Unit

    POWER TRIM Bleeding Power Trim Unit 1. Secure power trim unit in soft jawed vise. 2. Add power trim fluid until it is even with the bottom of the fill hole. Reinstall plug. 3. Close the manual release valve. (Turn full clockwise). 55263 Reservoir Plug/Fill Hole Manual Release Valve...
  • Page 411 POWER TRIM 3. Position trim cylinder assembly (bottom first) between clamp brackets. 4. Apply 2-4-C Marine Lubricant to lower pivot pin. Using a suitable punch, drive lower pivot pin into clamp bracket and trim cylinder assembly until pivot pin is flush with out- side surface.
  • Page 412 POWER TRIM 7. Using a suitable mallet, drive upper pivot pin into swivel bracket and through trim ram until pivot pin is flush with swivel bracket. 8. Drive pivot pin into its hole until seated. 51148 55464 Pivot Pin Swivel Bracket Trim Ram Trilobe Pin 9.
  • Page 413 POWER TRIM 11. Secure trim harness with clamp, as shown. 55264 Clamp 90-828631R3 MARCH 1999 Page 5C-51...
  • Page 414 5C-21 Manual Tilt System Installation ... . . 5C-40 Valve Block Removal ....

  • Page 415: Manual Tilt Components

    MANUAL TILT ASSIST Manual Tilt Components 8 11 Loctite 271 (92-809819) 2-4-C With Teflon (92-850736A1) NOTE: Lubricate all O-rings using Quicksilver Power Trim and Steering Fluid. If not avail- able, use automotive (ATF) automatic transmission fluid. NOTE: It is recommended that all O-rings be replaced when servicing tilt system. Page 5D-2 90-828631R3 MARCH 1999...
  • Page 416 MANUAL TILT ASSIST Manual Tilt Components TORQUE REF. REF. QTY. DESCRIPTION lb-in. lb-ft SHOCK ROD ASSEMBLY SHOCK ROD ASSEMBLY (BEACHING) MEMORY PISTON ASSEMBLY O RING REBUILD KIT-Cylinder O RING CYLINDER ASSEMBLY SCREW AND SEAL KIT ACCUMULATOR ASSEMBLY VALVE BODY ASSEMBLY CAM KIT VELOCITY VALVE KIT CHECK SYSTEM REPAIR KIT...

  • Page 417: Manual Trim Flow Diagrams

    MANUAL TILT ASSIST Manual Trim Flow Diagrams Up Circuit Page 5D-4 90-828631R3 MARCH 1999...
  • Page 418 MANUAL TILT ASSIST Up Circuit With the engine in the down position, the accumulator piston (d) will be at the top of the accu- mulator (c) with the gas at maximum pressure. To raise the engine, the camshaft lever (f) is rotated all the way down.

  • Page 419: Down Circuit

    MANUAL TILT ASSIST Down Circuit Page 5D-6 90-828631R3 MARCH 1999...
  • Page 420 MANUAL TILT ASSIST Down Circuit With the engine tilted up, the piston inside the accumulator piston (d) will be at the bottom of the accumulator (c) and the gas pressure is low. To lower the engine, the camshaft lever (f) is rotated down, the internal cam will cause the push rods to open the accumulator check valve (e), both fast transfer valves (h &...

  • Page 421: Slow Tilt Down Under High Thrust

    MANUAL TILT ASSIST Slow Tilt Down Under High Thrust Page 5D-8 90-828631R3 MARCH 1999...
  • Page 422 MANUAL TILT ASSIST Slow Tilt Down Under High Thrust To tilt the engine down under high thrust conditions [where the propeller thrust forces the shock rod down, creating higher pressure below the memory piston (m)], the camshaft lever (f) is rotated slightly downward. The internal shaft connected to the lever will open the down circuit slow transfer valve (i) allowing oil under pressure into the cavity around the shaft.

  • Page 423: Under Water Strike (Valves Open)

    MANUAL TILT ASSIST Under Water Strike (Valves Open) Page 5D-10 90-828631R3 MARCH 1999...
  • Page 424 MANUAL TILT ASSIST Under Water Strike (Valves Open) Should the drive unit strike a submerged object while in forward motion, the shock rod (a) will extend from the tilt cylinder (l). Fluid will attempt to exit the cylinder through the intercon- necting passage.

  • Page 425: Shock Function (Valves Closed)

    MANUAL TILT ASSIST Shock Function (Valves Closed) Accumulator Gas Pressure 400 psi Page 5D-12 90-828631R3 MARCH 1999...
  • Page 426 MANUAL TILT ASSIST Shock Function (Valves Closed) Should the drive unit strike a submerged object while in forward motion, the shock rod (a) will extend from the cylinder (l). Oil inside the up cavity is locked in a static position by the closed up circuit fast transfer valve (j), the closed down circuit slow transfer valve (i) and closed down circuit fast transfer valve (h).

  • Page 427: Shock Function Return

    MANUAL TILT ASSIST Shock Function Return Page 5D-14 90-828631R3 MARCH 1999...
  • Page 428 MANUAL TILT ASSIST Shock Function Return After the drive clears the object, the shock return valve (o) will allow the oil to flow from be- tween the shock piston (n) and memory piston (m) onto the down cavity as the drive returns to its original running position.

  • Page 429: Hydraulic System Troubleshooting

    MANUAL TILT ASSIST Hydraulic System Troubleshooting Refer to disassembly/reassembly instructions (following) if disassembly is required when servicing. IMPORTANT: After debris or failed components have been found (during trouble- shooting procedure), it is recommended that unit be disassembled completely and all O-rings be replaced. Check ball components and castings must be cleaned using engine cleaner and compressed air or replaced prior to reassembly.
  • Page 430 MANUAL TILT ASSIST 2. Check for external leaks in the manual tilt system. Replace defective part(s) if leak is found. IMPORTANT: If cut or damaged O-rings are found, inspect machined surfaces for scoring, burrs or debris. 3. Check for discharged accumulator. 35 to 50 lb-ft (47-68 Nm) of pulling force must be at- tained when tilting outboard from full “down”...

  • Page 431: Manual Tilt System Removal

    MANUAL TILT ASSIST Manual Tilt System Removal CAUTION Remove cowling and remove all spark plug leads from spark plugs to prevent acci- dental starting while servicing outboard. WARNING Service or installation of the tilt system may result in loss of pressure in the shock cylinder.

  • Page 432: Manual Tilt System Disassembly

    MANUAL TILT ASSIST 4. Position tilt lock and remove piece of wood. Use suitable punch to drive out upper pivot pin. 5. Use punch to remove (Drive Down) lower dowel pin. Retain dowel pin. 51144 51144 Pivot Pin Tilt Lock Dowel Pin 6.

  • Page 433: Accumulator Removal

    MANUAL TILT ASSIST Accumulator Removal 1. Place manual tilt system in soft jawed vise. 2. Position shock rod to full up position. 3. Open cam shaft valve (Down Position). 4. Loosen velocity valve enough to drip, wait until dripping stops. 5.

  • Page 434: Shock Rod Removal

    MANUAL TILT ASSIST Shock Rod Removal 1. Unscrew cylinder end cap assembly using spanner wrench [1/4 in. x 5/16 in. long pegs]. 2. Remove shock rod assembly from cylinder. 91-74951 51145 Shock Rod Disassembly NOTE: The only serviceable items on the shock rod assembly are the O-rings and wiper ring.
  • Page 435 MANUAL TILT ASSIST 3. Remove check ball components from shock rod piston. 4. Remove O-ring. 51147 Spring (5) Seat (5) Ball (5) O-ring CAUTION When removing shock piston, spanner wrench must have 1/4 in. x 5/16 in. long pegs to avoid damage to shock piston. 5.
  • Page 436 MANUAL TILT ASSIST 8. Inspect check valve for debris; clean debris from check valve if found. If debris cannot be cleaned from check valve, replace shock piston as an assembly. 9. Clean shock and components with compressed air. 10. Remove inner O-ring. 51199 Shock Piston O-ring...

  • Page 437: Valve Block Removal

    MANUAL TILT ASSIST Valve Block Removal 1. Remove two screws from the shock rod cylinder to separate the valve block. 2. Remove O-rings and dowel pins. 51148 51146 Screw Valve Block Shock Rod Cylinder O-ring (2) Dowel Pin (2) Memory Piston Removal 1.
  • Page 438 MANUAL TILT ASSIST b. Blowing compressed air into center O-ring hole. WARNING Memory piston cup may be expelled at a high velocity when air pressure is applied. Failure to place cylinder as shown below could result in personal injury. NOTE: Point cylinder opening down and away. Use a shop rag or towel to avoid damage to the memory piston.

  • Page 439: Valve Block Disassembly

    MANUAL TILT ASSIST Valve Block Disassembly 1. Remove check retainer plug and components. 2. Remove hydraulic oil transfer valve plugs and components. 3. Remove surge valve assembly. 51142 Transfer Valve Plug Assembly (2) Check Retainer Plug or Screw Assembly Spool Spring O-ring Velocity Valve...

  • Page 440: Reassembly - O-Ring And Seal Placement

    MANUAL TILT ASSIST Reassembly - O-Ring and Seal Placement 11 12 NOTE: Lubricate all O-rings using Quicksilver Power Trim and Steering Fluid. If not avail- able, use automotive (ATF) automatic transmission fluid. NOTE: It is recommended that all O-rings be replaced when servicing tilt system. 90-828631R3 MARCH 1999 Page 5D-27...

  • Page 441: Actual O-Ring Sizes

    MANUAL TILT ASSIST Actual O-Ring Sizes Cutaway View of O-Ring Width O.D. I.D. O-RINGS SHOWN ARE ACTUAL SIZE Page 5D-28 90-828631R3 MARCH 1999...

  • Page 442: O-Ring Description And Sizes

    Cyl. Cap 1.864 in. (47.34 mm) 2.004 in. (50.90 mm) 0.07 in. (1.78 mm) Shock Piston 1.6 in. (40.64 mm) 2.02 in. (53.086 mm) 0.21 in. (5.334 mm) Piston Bolt 0.676 in. (17.17 mm) .816 in. (20.726 mm) 0.07 in. (1.78 mm)
  • Page 443 MANUAL TILT ASSIST CAM SHAFT REASSEMBLY IMPORTANT: Cam shaft O-ring must be lubricated using 2-4-C with Teflon. 1. Install lubricated O-ring and back up seal to cam. 2. Install shaft seal in valve block with lips facing out. 3. Install cam shaft assembly in valve block. 4.
  • Page 444 MANUAL TILT ASSIST VELOCITY VALVE REASSEMBLY 1. Install spool, spring, lubricated O-ring and screw plug (surge valve assembly) into valve block. 2. Torque velocity valve to specified torque. Spool Spring O-ring Velocity Valve Velocity Valve Torque 75 lb-in. (8.5 Nm) CHECK RETAINER REASSEMBLY 1.

  • Page 445: Valve Block Installation

    MANUAL TILT ASSIST VALVE PLUG REASSEMBLY 1. Install plunger, steel ball, spring, lubricated O-ring and screw plug. Torque screw plugs to specified torque. 51142 Plunger (2) Steel Ball (2) Spring (2) O-ring (2) Screw Plug (2) Screw Plug Torque 75 lb-in. (8.5 Nm) Valve Block Installation 1.

  • Page 446: Shock Rod Reassembly

    MANUAL TILT ASSIST Shock Rod Reassembly 1. Install lubricated O-rings to end cap. 2. Install rod wiper. 3. Install lubricated O-rings to shock piston. 51145 51199 Rod Wiper Inner O-ring Outer O-ring Shock Piston O-ring O-ring 4. Clamp shock rod in soft jawed vise. 5.
  • Page 447 MANUAL TILT ASSIST CAUTION hen installing shock rod piston, spanner wrench must have 1/4 in. x 5/16 in. (6.4mm x 8mm) long pegs to avoid damage to shock rod piston. 6. Apply Loctite Grade “A” (271) to threads on shock rod. 7.

  • Page 448: Shock Rod Installation And Fluid Filling Procedure

    MANUAL TILT ASSIST Shock Rod Installation and Fluid Filling Procedure NOTE: There are two ways for the filling procedure. The first is the easiest and less time consuming. Filling Procedure Option One 1. Place trim cylinder in soft jawed vice. 2.
  • Page 449 MANUAL TILT ASSIST 8. Open and close cam lever, watching for bubbles coming from accumulator check ball hole. When bubbles stop, fill accumulator opening to top with fluid. Grease threads on accumulator and opening with 2-4-C with Teflon. Start accumulator in threads and open cam lever (Down Position).

  • Page 450: Filling Procedure Option Two Instructions For Making Retaining Tool

    MANUAL TILT ASSIST Filling Procedure Option Two Instructions for Making Retaining Tool 3/16 in x 3 in. (5 x 7.5 cm) Steel Plate 3/8 in. x 13 in. (10 mm x 33 cm) Threaded Rod 4in. x 1/4 in. min. (10cm x 6.4 mm) minimum Channel Iron 10 in.

  • Page 451: Bleeding Manual Tilt System

    MANUAL TILT ASSIST Bleeding Manual Tilt System IMPORTANT: While bleeding tilt system, time must be allowed between each stroke to allow air bubbles to dissipate. 1. With shock rod in the full up position and manifold cam lever open (facing down), secure tilt system to retaining tool and container.
  • Page 452 MANUAL TILT ASSIST 4. During up stroke, pull up on rod slowly 3 in. (76 mm) from base. 5. Wait until all air bubbles to exit accumulator base. 50433 6. Slowly cycle unit 5-8 times (round trip per cycle) using short strokes 3 in. (76 mm) from base allowing bubbles to disappear during each stroke.

  • Page 453: Manual Tilt System Installation

    2. Start lower pivot pin into pivot pin hole and position lower dowel pin (retained) in its hole. 3. Reinstall manual tilt system, bottom first. Reconnect release valve link rod. 51148 51144 2-4-C w/Teflon (92-850736A1) Lower Pivot Pin Lower Dowel Pin Manual Tilt System Page 5D-40 90-828631R3 MARCH 1999...
  • Page 454 MANUAL TILT ASSIST 4. Using a suitable punch, drive lower pivot pin into clamp bracket and trim cylinder assem- bly until pivot pin is flush with outside surface. 5. Using a punch, drive lower dowel pin in until seated. 51148 51147 Lower Pivot Pin Lower Dowel Pin...

  • Page 455: Manual Release Valve Adjustment

    MANUAL TILT ASSIST 8. Drive upper dowel pin (a) into its hole until seated. 51147 Dowel Pin 9. Check manual release cam adjustment. Cam must open and close freely. Adjust link rod as necessary. Manual Release Valve Adjustment 1. With outboard in full up position, place tilt lock lever forward. 2.
  • Page 456 Propeller Shaft ......6A-40 Disassembly ......
  • Page 457 NON-BIGFOOT GEAR HOUSING Special Tools 1. Bearing 31-85560 54978 2. Driver 91-13779 3. Bearing Puller & Installation Tool 91-31229A7 a. Nut 11-24156 b. Washer (2) 12-34961 c. Plate 91-29310 d. Shaft 91-31229 4. Bearing Puller Tool 91-27780 5. Mandrel 91-36571 Page 6A-2 90-828631R3 MARCH 1999...
  • Page 458 NON-BIGFOOT GEAR HOUSING 6. Universal Puller Plate 91-37241 7. Driver Head 91-37312 8. Driver 91-817011 9. Driver Rod 91-37323 90-828631R3 MARCH 1999 Page 6A-3...
  • Page 459 NON-BIGFOOT GEAR HOUSING 10. Drive Shaft Holding Tool a. 2-stroke models 91-825196 b. 4-stroke models 91-83180M 11. Mandrel 91-825197 12. Driver 91-817007 13. Mandrel 91-825198 14. Pilot 91-825199 15. Spring Hook 91-825200A1 Page 6A-4 90-828631R3 MARCH 1999...
  • Page 460 NON-BIGFOOT GEAR HOUSING 16. Driver 91-826872 17. Leakage Tester FT8950 Quicksilver Lubricants and Service Aids Part No. Description 92-809819 Loctite “271” Purchase Loctite “405” Local 92-891601-1 RTV Silicone Sealer 92-850737A1 Super Duty Gear Lubricant 92-809824 Loctite Primer “7649” 92-850735A1 Anti-Corrosion Grease 92-850736A1 2-4-C w/Teflon 90-828631R3 MARCH 1999...
  • Page 461 NON-BIGFOOT GEAR HOUSING Gear Housing (Driveshaft)(1.83:1 Gear Ratio) Loctite “271” Adhesive Sealant (92-809819) Loctite “405” (Purchase Locally) Super Duty Gear Lubricant (92-13783A24) Loctite Primer “N” (92-59327-1) 2-4-C w/Teflon (92-825407A12) 3.44 IN./87.37 MM TORPEDO DIA. Page 6A-6 90-828631R3 MARCH 1999...
  • Page 462 NON-BIGFOOT GEAR HOUSING Gear Housing (Driveshaft)(1.83:1 Gear Ratio) TORQUE REF. REF. QTY. DESCRIPTION lb-in. lb-ft – GEAR HOUSING (1.83:1 GEAR RATIO) (BLACK) – GEAR HOUSING (1.83:1 GEAR RATIO) (GRAY) GEAR HOUSING (BASIC) (BLACK) GEAR HOUSING (BASIC) (GRAY) SEAL/PLATE KIT PLATE SCREW (.375–16 x .25) WASHER–Sealing DRAIN SCREW (MAGNETIC)
  • Page 463 NON-BIGFOOT GEAR HOUSING Gear Housing (Prop Shaft)(1.83:1 Gear Ratio) 3.44 IN./87.37 MM TORPEDO DIA. Loctite “271” Adhesive Sealant (92-809819) Super Duty Gear Lubricant (92-13783A24) 2-4-C w/Teflon (92-825407A12) Page 6A-8 90-828631R3 MARCH 1999...
  • Page 464 NON-BIGFOOT GEAR HOUSING Gear Housing (Prop Shaft)(1.83:1 Gear Ratio) TORQUE REF. REF. QTY. DESCRIPTION lb-in. lb-ft – GEAR HOUSING (1.83:1 GEAR RATIO) (BLACK) – GEAR HOUSING (1.83:1 GEAR RATIO) (GRAY) GEAR HOUSING (BASIC) (BLACK) GEAR HOUSING (BASIC) (BLACK) DOWEL PIN GASKET Water Tube TUBE PLUG–RUBBER...
  • Page 465 NON-BIGFOOT GEAR HOUSING General Service Recommendations There may be more than one way to “disassemble” or “reassemble” a particular part(s), therefore, it is recommended that the entire procedure be read prior to repair. IMPORTANT: Read the following before attempting any repairs. In many cases, disassembly of a sub-assembly may not be necessary until cleaning and inspection reveals that disassembly is required for replacement of one or more components.
  • Page 466 NON-BIGFOOT GEAR HOUSING Draining and Inspecting Gear Lubricant WARNING If gear housing is installed on outboard, disconnect (and isolate) spark plug leads from spark plugs before working near the propeller. 1. With gear housing in normal running position, place a clean pan under housing and remove vent plug and fill/drain plug (with gaskets).
  • Page 467 1. Remove (and isolate) spark plug leads from spark plugs. 2. Shift into NEUTRAL. 2-Stroke Models MERCURY/MARINER 30/40, AND 40/50 FORCE 40/50 3. Loosen jam nut. Unscrew attaching nut to separate shift shaft. 52832...
  • Page 468 NON-BIGFOOT GEAR HOUSING 4-Stroke Models MERCURY/MARINER 25, 30/40, AND 45/50 4. Disconnect shift shaft by un-snapping retainer to lower clip and sliding retainer to the left. Retainer Lower Clip 5. Make a scribe line showing alignment of trim tab to gear case and remove trim tab bolt and washer.
  • Page 469 NON-BIGFOOT GEAR HOUSING 6. Remove nut and washer in trim tab cavity. 52835 Nut and Washer 7. Remove 4 bolts securing gear case to drive shaft housing. 52836 Bolt (4) Page 6A-14 90-828631R3 MARCH 1999...
  • Page 470 NON-BIGFOOT GEAR HOUSING Disassembly Water Pump NOTE: If water tube seal remained in drive shaft housing, remove seal from housing and reinstall on water pump cover. Secure seal to cover with Loctite 405. 1. Remove 4 bolts securing pump cover. 52830 Seal Bolt (4)
  • Page 471 NON-BIGFOOT GEAR HOUSING 2. Remove cover, washer (above impeller), impeller, key and washer (below impeller). 3. Remove cover gasket, base plate and base gasket. 52692 Cover Nylon Washer (above impeller) Impeller Nylon Washer (below impeller) Cover Gasket Face Plate Base Gasket NOTE: Replace impeller if: –...
  • Page 472 NON-BIGFOOT GEAR HOUSING 4. Remove and/or replace exhaust deflector plate if damaged. 52832 Deflector Plate 5. Inspect auxiliary water inlet tube for excessive corrosion/erosion. Replace as required. 57830 Water Inlet Tube 90-828631R3 MARCH 1999 Page 6A-17...
  • Page 473 NON-BIGFOOT GEAR HOUSING 6. Remove bearing carrier attaching bolts and locking tab washers or flat washers. Discard tab washers. Bolts and Tab Washers or Flat Washers Tab Washers Style 2 7. Using Puller (91-27780), remove carrier assembly from gear case. 91-27780 52829 Puller (91-27780)
  • Page 474 8. Remove propeller shaft assembly. 52864 Propeller Shaft Models Drive Shaft Holding Tool 4-Stroke 91-83180M Mercury/Mariner 25, 30/40, and 45/50 2-Stroke 91-825196 Force 40/50 Mercury/Mariner 30/40, 40/50 9. Remove pinion nut. 52864 Drive Shaft Holding Tool Pinion Nut...
  • Page 475 NON-BIGFOOT GEAR HOUSING 10. Remove drive shaft assembly and pinion gear. 11. Remove forward gear. 52870 Forward Gear 12. Remove shift shaft assembly. 52841 Shift Shaft Assembly Page 6A-20 90-828631R3 MARCH 1999...
  • Page 476 NON-BIGFOOT GEAR HOUSING 13. Insert spring hook (91-825200A1) or bearing cup puller (91-859749) through gear case and position inside of pinion bearing race. Insert driver (91-13779) into spring hook or driver (91-44385) into bearing cup puller through drive shaft cavity and drive out race. 52844 57829 91-44385...
  • Page 477 NON-BIGFOOT GEAR HOUSING Water Pump Seals NOTE: All gaskets, seals and O-rings should be replaced as a normal repair procedure dur- ing gear case disassembly. NOTE: DO NOT use a screwdriver to remove seals from carrier, as carrier may be dam- aged.
  • Page 478 NON-BIGFOOT GEAR HOUSING 3. With lip of ribbed neoprene O.D. seal facing towards small shoulder of Mandrel (91-825197), press seal into carrier until mandrel bottoms on carrier. 91-825197 52853 Seal (Ribbed Neoprene) Lip Facing Up Mandrel (91-825197) NOTE: Apply a light coat of 2-4-C w/Teflon (92-850736A1) to the lips of both seals after installation in carrier.
  • Page 479 NON-BIGFOOT GEAR HOUSING Inspection Upper Drive Shaft Bearing 1. Inspect bearing for rust, roughness or discoloration from lack of lubricant. 2. DO NOT remove bearing from drive shaft unless bearing must be replaced, as removal process will damage bearing. 3. If bearing must be replaced, position drive shaft assembly in vise (jaws of vise support- ing only bearing) and while holding drive shaft, strike top of drive shaft with lead hammer and drive bearing off.
  • Page 480 NON-BIGFOOT GEAR HOUSING Pinion Gear Bearing 1. Inspect bearing for rust, roughness or discoloration from lack of lubricant. 2. If bearing is damaged, bearing and race must be replaced as an assembly. 3. If race appears to have spun in drive shaft bore, gear case housing must be replaced. 52823 Bearing Race...
  • Page 481 NON-BIGFOOT GEAR HOUSING 3. Inspect propeller shaft forward gear bearing surface to determine condition of forward gear needle bearing. If bearing surface is discolored (from lack of lubricant), pitted or worn, propeller shaft and bearing should be replaced. 52874 52846 Bearing Surface Bearing 4.
  • Page 482 NON-BIGFOOT GEAR HOUSING 6. Inspect forward gear tapered bearing and race for rust, roughness or excessive wear (looseness). 7. If bearing is in serviceable condition, DO NOT remove bearing from gear, as removal process will damage bearing. 8. If bearing must be replaced, remove bearing from gear using Universal Puller Plate (91-37241) and suitable mandrel.
  • Page 483 NON-BIGFOOT GEAR HOUSING Shift Shaft 1. Inspect shift cam for wear or galling. Replace cam if necessary. 2. If cam is worn, inspect cam follower in end of propeller shaft for wear. 52845 Cam Follower Shift Cam 3. Inspect shift shaft boot for deterioration. 4.
  • Page 484 NON-BIGFOOT GEAR HOUSING Propeller Shaft Disassembly 1. Remove propeller shaft from carrier and disassemble shaft. Prop Shaft Retaining Spring Clutch Dog Cross Pin Cam Follower Spring Cam Follower 2. Remove reverse gear and bearing from carrier with Puller (91-27780). 91-27780 52840 Reverse Gear and Bearing Puller (91-27780)
  • Page 485 NON-BIGFOOT GEAR HOUSING Propeller Shaft and Carrier Inspection Clutch 1. Inspect clutch dogs for chips or rounding off. 2. If wear is present, inspect corresponding forward or reverse gear matching dogs for sim- ilar wear. Replace appropriate components as required. 52824 Cam Follower 1.
  • Page 486 NON-BIGFOOT GEAR HOUSING Reverse Gear Bearing 1. Inspect bearing for rust, roughness or excessive wear (looseness). 2. If bearing is in serviceable condition, DO NOT remove bearing from gear as removal will damage bearing. 3. If bearing must be replaced, remove bearing from gear using Universal Puller Plate (91-37241) and Driver (91-37312).
  • Page 487 NON-BIGFOOT GEAR HOUSING Bearing Carrier NEEDLE BEARING 1. The condition of the carrier needle bearing can be determined by inspecting its running surface on the propeller shaft. 2. If the shaft is discolored (from lack of oil) or pitted, replace bearing and shaft. 3.
  • Page 488 NON-BIGFOOT GEAR HOUSING 6. Press bearing into carrier until mandrel bottoms on carrier. NOTE: Press on number side of bearing. 91-817011 52861 Super Duty Gear Lubricant (92-850737A1) Bearing Mandrel (91-817011) 7. Apply Loctite 271 to O.D. of small diameter seal. 8.
  • Page 489 NON-BIGFOOT GEAR HOUSING 9. Apply Loctite 271 to O.D. of large diameter seal. 10. With seal lip FACING TOWARDS SMALL SHOULDER of Mandrel 91-817007, press seal into carrier until mandrel bottoms on carrier. 91-817007 52863 Loctite “271” (92-809819) Seal Mandrel (91-817007) Installation Note: If service tools are not available, the following reference dimensions ap- ply for installing bearing and seals to proper depths.
  • Page 490 NON-BIGFOOT GEAR HOUSING 11. Bearing carrier O-ring should be inspected for cuts and abrasions. NOTE: It is a good repair procedure to replace all O-rings and seals regardless of appear- ance. 12. Apply 2-4-C w/Teflon to O.D. of bearing carrier and also to O-ring. Install O-ring onto bearing carrier.
  • Page 491 NON-BIGFOOT GEAR HOUSING Gear Housing Reassembly IMPORTANT: This gear case assembly does not have have any shims for the gear as- semblies. Backlash cannot be adjusted. The mechanic must verify that all bearing races are firmly seated in the gear case during reassembly and that all gear case com- ponents are in serviceable condition.
  • Page 492 NON-BIGFOOT GEAR HOUSING Pinion Bearing Race 1. Apply Super Duty Gear Lubricant to O.D. of race. 2. Position race in gear housing (NUMBERS UP - TAPERED SIDE FACING DOWN). 3. Draw race up into housing until seated. 12-34961 11-24156 91-31229 91-29310 31-85560 91-825199...
  • Page 493 NON-BIGFOOT GEAR HOUSING Forward Gear 1. Apply Super Duty Gear Lubricant to O.D. of race. Install forward gear bearing race into housing using Mandrel 91-36571 and propeller shaft. Use a lead hammer on prop shaft to prevent damage to threads. Bearing carrier should be installed to keep prop shaft centered while seating race.
  • Page 494 3. Apply Loctite 271 to pinion nut threads. 4. Install new pinion nut, with rounded corners FACING pinion gear, onto drive shaft. Models Drive Shaft Holding Tool 4-Stroke 91-83180M Mercury/Mariner 25, 30/40, and 45/50 2-Stroke Force 40/50 91-825196 Mercury/Mariner 30/40, 40/50 5.
  • Page 495 4. Remove wrench and press cross pin through clutch and propeller shaft until flush. 52851 Short Shoulder Allen Wrench Cross Pin 5. Reinstall retaining spring. position spring so as spring coils lay flat in clutch groove. Spring Page 6A-40 90-828631R3 MARCH 1999...
  • Page 496 NON-BIGFOOT GEAR HOUSING NOTE: Applying 2-4-C w/Teflon to cam follower will aid in retention of follower in propeller shaft during installation of propeller shaft assembly into gear case. 6. Install cam follower. 52826 2-4-C w/Teflon (92-850736A1) Cam Follower 7. Install propeller shaft assembly into gear case. 52864 Propeller Shaft Assembly 90-828631R3 MARCH 1999...
  • Page 497 ..0G650699 and below Belgium ..Force 40/50 (2 Cylinder - 2 Stroke) ..0E323508 and below Bolt 25 mm Long - Discard Tab Washer - Discard Thin Flat Washer 0.063 in.
  • Page 498 NON-BIGFOOT GEAR HOUSING 4. Torque bolts to specified torque. Loctite “271” (92-809819) Bolts Bearing Carrier Bolt Torque 18.8 lb-ft (25.4 Nm) Water Pump 1. Install water pump seal carrier. 2. Install exhaust deflector plate, if removed. 52832 Seal Carrier Exhaust Deflector 90-828631R3 MARCH 1999 Page 6A-43...
  • Page 499 NON-BIGFOOT GEAR HOUSING 3. Install base gasket, face plate, pump cover gasket (NEOPRENE STRIP FACES UP), nylon washer and impeller key. 52868 Base Gasket Base Plate Cover Gasket Neoprene Strip Nylon Washer IMPORTANT: If impeller being installed has been previously used and vanes have tak- en a “set,”...
  • Page 500 NON-BIGFOOT GEAR HOUSING 4. Install impeller and nylon washer. 52869 Impeller Nylon Washer NOTE: Apply a light coat of 2-4-C w/Teflon to inside of pump cover to ease installation of cover over impeller. 5. Install pump cover. Rotate drive shaft CLOCKWISE while pressing cover down over im- peller.
  • Page 501 NON-BIGFOOT GEAR HOUSING Gear Housing Pressure Test 1. Remove vent plug and install pressure test gauge. Tighten securely. 2. Pressurize housing to 10-12 psi (69-83 kPa) and observe gauge for 5 minutes. 3. Rotate drive shaft, prop shaft and move shift rod while housing is pressurized to check for leaks.
  • Page 502 5. Install 4 bolts and washers, (two each side). Torque bolts to specified torque. 52836 Bolt and Washers (2 each side) Gear Housing Bolt Torque 40 lb-ft (54.2 Nm) 90-828631R3 MARCH 1999 Page 6A-47...
  • Page 503 52834 Coupler Nut Jam Nut Spray Plate 4-Stroke Models MERCURY/MARINER 25, 30/40, AND 45/50 7. Connect shift shaft by sliding retainer to the right and snapping into upper “locked” position. 53859 Retainer Lower Clip Page 6A-48...
  • Page 504 8. Install locknut and washer. Torque nut to specified torque. 52833 Locknut and Washer Nut Torque 40 lb-ft (54.2 Nm) 9. Check shift operation. a. In NEUTRAL, propeller shaft should turn freely in either direction. b. In FORWARD, propeller shaft SHOULD NOT TURN COUNTERCLOCKWISE.
  • Page 505 NON-BIGFOOT GEAR HOUSING b. If boat pulls to the left, adjust trailing edge of trim tab to the left. If boat pulls to the right, adjust trailing edge of trim tab to the right. 52835 Trim Tab Anti-Ventilation Plate Retaining Bolt and Washer Bolt Torque 15.8 lb-ft (21.4 Nm) Page 6A-50...
  • Page 506 NON-BIGFOOT GEAR HOUSING Filling Gear Housing with Lubricant NOTE: Gear housing lubricant capacity is approximately 14.9 fl oz (440 ml). WARNING If gear housing is installed on outboard, disconnect (and isolate) spark plug leads from spark plugs before working near the propeller. CAUTION Do not use automotive grease in the gear housing.
  • Page 507 ......6B-8 Driveshaft Wear Sleeve Installation ..6B-40 General Service Recommendations ..6B-10...
  • Page 508 BIGFOOT GEAR HOUSING Special Tools 1. Pinion Gear Locating Tool (91-12349A2) Disc1 Disc 3 Disc 2 55079 2. Bearing Installation Tool (91-13945) 3. Oil Seal Driver (91-13949) 4. Bearing Race Tool (91-14308A1) 5. Bearing Installation (91-14309A1) 6. Wear Sleeve Installation Tool (91-14310A1) Page 6B-2 90-828631R3 MARCH 1999...
  • Page 509 BIGFOOT GEAR HOUSING 7. Bearing Preload Tool (91-14311A2) 8. Mandrel (91-15755)* 73815 9. Backlash Indicator Tool (91-19660--1) 2.07:1 Gear Ratio (14/29) 19660-1 10. Mandrel (91-31106) 11. Oil Seal Driver (91-31108) 12. Threaded Rod (91-31229) and Nut (91-24156)* 13. Slide Hammer (91-34569A1) 90-828631R3 MARCH 1999 Page 6B-3...
  • Page 510 BIGFOOT GEAR HOUSING 14. Mandrel (91-36569)* 15. Universal Puller Plate (91-37241) 73652 16. Driver Rod (91-37323)* 74184 17. Mandrel (91-37350) 18. Puller Jaws (91-46086A1) 19. Driver Shaft Holding Tool (91-56775, 2-Stroke) (91-817070, 4-Stroke) 20. Dial Indicator (91-58222A1) Page 6B-4 90-828631R3 MARCH 1999...

  • Page 511: Quicksilver Lubricants And Service Aids

    BIGFOOT GEAR HOUSING 21. Backlash Indicator Tool (91-78473) 2.31:1 Gear Ratio (13/30) 22. Puller Bolt (91-85716) 23. Dial Indicator Adaptor Kit (91-83155) 24. Bearing Puller Assembly (91-83165M) 25. Bearing Installation Tool (91-856875A1) 56783 * From Bearing Removal and Installation Kit (91-31229A7) Quicksilver Lubricants and Service Aids Part No.
  • Page 512 BIGFOOT GEAR HOUSING Gear Housing (Driveshaft)(2.31:1 Gear Ratio) BIGFOOT 4.25 IN./107.95 MM TORPEDO DIA. 40 41 Loctite “271” Adhesive Sealant (92-809819) Super Duty Gear Lubricant (92-13783A24) 2-4-C w/Teflon (92-825407A12) Page 6B-6 90-828631R3 MARCH 1999...
  • Page 513 BIGFOOT GEAR HOUSING Gear Housing (Driveshaft)(2.31:1 Gear Ratio) TORQUE REF. REF. QTY. DESCRIPTION lb-in. lb-ft – GEAR HOUSING (BLACK) – GEAR HOUSING (GRAY) GEAR HOUSING (BLACK) GEAR HOUSING (GRAY) DOWEL PIN (FRONT) DRAIN SCREW SCREW (MAGNETIC) WASHER–Sealing DOWEL PIN (REAR) TRIM TAB SCREW (7/16-14 x 1-1/4) 29.8...
  • Page 514 BIGFOOT GEAR HOUSING Gear Housing (Propeller Shaft)(2.31:1 Gear Ratio) Bigfoot 4.25 IN./107.95 MM TORPEDO DIA. Loctite “271” Adhesive Sealant (92-809819) 2-4-C w/Teflon (92-825407A12) A – TORQUE NUT TO 55 LB-FT (74.6 NM) Page 6B-8 90-828631R3 MARCH 1999...
  • Page 515 BIGFOOT GEAR HOUSING Gear Housing (Propeller Shaft)(2.31:1 Gear Ratio) TORQUE REF. REF. QTY. DESCRIPTION lb-in. lb-ft – GEAR HOUSING (BLACK) – GEAR HOUSING (GRAY) GEAR HOUSING (BASIC) (BLACK) GEAR HOUSING (BASIC) (GRAY) FORWARD GEAR (30 TEETH) SHIM ASSEMBLY TAPERED ROLLER BEARING ROLLER BEARING CAM FOLLOWER ASSEMBLY BALL...

  • Page 516: General Service Recommendations

    BIGFOOT GEAR HOUSING General Service Recommendations There may be more than one way to “disassemble” or “reassemble” a particular part(s), therefore, it is recommended that the entire procedure be read prior to repair. IMPORTANT: Read the following before attempting any repairs. In many cases, disassembly of a sub-assembly may not be necessary until cleaning and inspection reveals that disassembly is required for replacement of one or more components.

  • Page 517: Draining And Inspecting Gear Lubricant

    BIGFOOT GEAR HOUSING Draining and Inspecting Gear Lubricant WARNING If gear housing is installed on engine, to avoid accidental starting, disconnect (and isolate) spark plug leads from spark plugs before working near the propeller. 1. With gear housing in normal running position, place a clean pan under housing and re- move the two vent screws and one fill/drain screw (with gaskets).
  • Page 518 BIGFOOT GEAR HOUSING Removal WARNING To prevent accidental engine starting, remove (and isolate) spark plug leads from spark plugs before removing gear housing. 1. Remove (and isolate) spark plug leads from spark plugs. 2. Shift engine into forward gear. 3. Tilt engine to full “Up” position. 4.

  • Page 519: Disassembly

    BIGFOOT GEAR HOUSING Disassembly Water Pump NOTE: If water tube seal stayed on water tube (inside of driveshaft housing) when gear housing was removed, pull water tube seal from water tube. 1. Replace water tube seal, if damaged. 2. Remove 4 bolts, washers, and isolators. 3.
  • Page 520 BIGFOOT GEAR HOUSING 6. Inspect impeller. Replace impeller if any of the following conditions exist: Impeller blade(s) are cracked, torn, or worn. Impeller is glazed or melted (caused by operation without sufficient water supply). Rubber portion of impeller is not bonded to impeller hub. 7.
  • Page 521 BIGFOOT GEAR HOUSING 10. Remove water pump base. 19226 Water Pump Base 11. Remove (and discard) seals. 19195 Seals 12. Remove gasket. 19218 Gasket 90-828631R3 MARCH 1999 Page 6B-15...

  • Page 522: Bearing Carrier And Propeller Shaft

    BIGFOOT GEAR HOUSING Bearing Carrier and Propeller Shaft 1. Remove fasteners. 51117 Fasteners 2. With propeller shaft horizontal, pull carrier to break seal with gear housing. Remove bearing carrier/propeller shaft components as an assembly, taking care not to lose cam follower or 3 metal balls in end of propeller shaft.
  • Page 523 BIGFOOT GEAR HOUSING 4. Lift reverse gear, thrust bearing and thrust washer from bearing carrier. 5. Replace reverse gear if gear teeth or clutch teeth on reverse gear are chipped or worn. If reverse gear must be replaced, pinion gear and sliding clutch should be inspected for damage.
  • Page 524 BIGFOOT GEAR HOUSING 8. If bearing is rusted or does not roll freely, replace bearing. Remove bearing and oil seals using Mandrel* (91-36569) and Driver Rod* (91-37323). Discard oil seals. NOTE: From Bearing Removal and Installation Kit (91-31229A7) 91-36569 91-37323 51264 Bearing Mandrel (91-26569)
  • Page 525 BIGFOOT GEAR HOUSING 10. Remove spring. 51876 Spring 11. Apply constant pressure to cam follower to prevent cam follower assembly from ejecting from propeller shaft while pushing cross pin out of clutch dog. 51800 Cross Pin Cam Follower 90-828631R3 MARCH 1999 Page 6B-19...
  • Page 526 BIGFOOT GEAR HOUSING 12. Remove components from propeller shaft. 13. Replace cam follower if worn or pitted. 14. Replace sliding clutch if jaws are rounded or chipped. Rounded jaws indicate one or more of the following: Improper shift cable adjustment. Engine idle speed too high while shifting.
  • Page 527 BIGFOOT GEAR HOUSING Pinion Gear, Driveshaft, and Forward Gear 1. Hold driveshaft using Driveshaft Holding Tool; remove (and discard) pinion nut. Model Driveshaft Holding Tool 40/50 Bigfoot (4-Stroke) 91-56775 60 Bigfoot 91-817070 75/90/100/115/125 91-56775 2. Remove driveshaft, pinion gear, bearing and forward gear.

  • Page 528: Forward Gear

    BIGFOOT GEAR HOUSING 6. Replace bearing if it is rusted or does not roll freely; use a punch and hammer to remove bearing. 19203 Bearing 7. Replace forward gear bearing and race if either are rusted, pitted or damaged; or if bear- ing does not roll freely.
  • Page 529 BIGFOOT GEAR HOUSING 8. Replace driveshaft if splines are worn or twisted. 9. If bearing surface is damaged, replace driveshaft and corresponding bearing. IMPORTANT: Do not tighten vise against driveshaft. 10. If wear sleeve is deeply grooved allowing water to enter gear case, remove (and discard) sleeve using Universal Puller Plate (91-37241) and mallet.

  • Page 530: Upper Driveshaft Bearing

    BIGFOOT GEAR HOUSING Upper Driveshaft Bearing 1. Replace upper driveshaft bearing and sleeve if either are rust stained, or if bearing will not roll freely. Remove bearing and then sleeve using Puller Assembly (91-83165M) with suitable jaws. 91-83165M 19177 Upper Driveshaft Bearing Sleeve Puller Assembly (91-83165M) IMPORTANT: Upper driveshaft bearing/sleeve must be removed prior to oil sleeve re-...

  • Page 531: Oil Sleeve

    BIGFOOT GEAR HOUSING Oil Sleeve 1. Remove oil sleeve (if necessary) using Puller Assembly (91-83165M) with suitable jaws. 91-83165M 19222 Oil Sleeve Puller Assembly (91-83165M) IMPORTANT: Upper driveshaft bearing/sleeve and oil sleeve do not have to be re- moved for lower driveshaft bearing race removal. 90-828631R3 MARCH 1999 Page 6B-25...

  • Page 532: Lower Driveshaft Bearing Race

    BIGFOOT GEAR HOUSING Lower Driveshaft Bearing Race IMPORTANT: Retain shim(s) for reassembly. 1. Remove race and shim(s) using bearing race tool (91-14308A1). 91-14308A1 19171 Race Shim(s) Bearing Race Tool (91-14308A1) Page 6B-26 90-828631R3 MARCH 1999...

  • Page 533: Shift Shaft

    BIGFOOT GEAR HOUSING Shift Shaft 1. Remove shift shaft coupler and nylon spacer. 53925 75 Tiller Model Shown Shift Shaft Coupler Spacer 2. Remove bolts. 53926 Bolts NOTE: Gearcase should be in FORWARD for easiest removal of shift shaft. 3. Remove shift shaft bushing and shift shaft. 53927 Bushing Shift Shaft...
  • Page 534 BIGFOOT GEAR HOUSING 4. Remove shift cam from housing. 5. Replace shift cam if worn. 60 Bigfoot Shown 51117 Shift Cam NOTE: If shift shaft splines are rough, shift shaft seal lips will be cut during removal/ installation. 6. Remove shift shaft bushing and clip from shift shaft. 7.

  • Page 535: Forward Gear Bearing Race

    BIGFOOT GEAR HOUSING Forward Gear Bearing Race IMPORTANT: Retain shim(s) for reassembly. If shims are damaged, replace with new shims of equal thickness. 1. Remove race and shim(s) using Slide Hammer (91-34569A1). 91-34569A1 27653 Race Shim(s) Slide Hammer (91-34569A1) Trim Tab Adjustment and Replacement IMPORTANT: The trim tab is now painted and does NOT aid in protecting the drive- shaft housing and gear housing from galvanic corrosion (corrosion and pitting of metal surfaces).

  • Page 536: Reassembly

    BIGFOOT GEAR HOUSING Reassembly Forward Gear Bearing Race 1. Place shim(s) (retained from disassembly) into housing. If shim(s) were lost, or a new gear housing is being assembled, start with 0.010 in. (0.254 mm) shim(s). 2. Assemble components as shown using mandrel (91-31106); Apply 2-4-C w/Teflon to O.D.
  • Page 537 BIGFOOT GEAR HOUSING 5. Assemble components as shown. 53928 Shift Shaft “E” Clip Shift Shaft Bushing 6. Install shift cam; align hole in shift cam with hole in gear housing. 60 Bigfoot 75/90/100/115/125 51117 Shift Cam (marked with “UP” and part number) Gear Housing Hole 60 Bigfoot 75/90/100/115/125 51117...
  • Page 538 BIGFOOT GEAR HOUSING 40/50 Bigfoot (4-Stroke) 850307 51117 Shift Cam (Numbers Down) Hole 7. Install shift shaft assembly; insert splines into shift cam. 53932 Shift Shaft Assembly Splines 8. Apply Loctite 271 on bottom half of threads of bolts; install bolts and torque to specified torque.

  • Page 539: Bearing Carrier Reassembly

    BIGFOOT GEAR HOUSING Bearing Carrier Reassembly 1. Lubricate O.D. of bearing and bearing carrier bore with Quicksilver 2-4-C w/Teflon. 2. Protect lip on forward side of bearing carrier, using bearing installation tool (91-13945). 3. Press propeller shaft needle bearing (number side toward mandrel 91-15755) into carrier, until bearing bottoms out.
  • Page 540 BIGFOOT GEAR HOUSING 4. Place smaller diameter seal on longer shoulder of Oil Seal Driver (91-31108) with seal lip away from shoulder. 5. Protect lip on front side of bearing carrier using Bearing Installation Tool (91-13945). Apply Loctite 271 on O.D. of seal. Press seal into carrier until tool bottoms. 91-31108 91-13945 Loctite “271”...
  • Page 541 BIGFOOT GEAR HOUSING 8. Install O-ring. Lubricate O-ring with 2-4-C w/Teflon. Lubricate seal lips with 2-4-C w/Teflon. 9. Lubricate outside diameter of reverse gear bearing and bearing carrier bore with a light coating of 2-4-C w/Teflon. 10. Press bearing into carrier until tool bottoms. 91-13945 19163 2-4-C w/Teflon (92-850736A1)
  • Page 542 BIGFOOT GEAR HOUSING 12. Install thrust bearing. Coat thrust bearing with Super Duty Gear Lubricant. 19168 Super Duty Gear Lubricant (92-850737A1) Thrust Bearing 13. Apply Super Duty Gear Lubricant to bearing surface of reverse gear and install reverse gear. 19202 Super Duty Gear Lubricant (92-850737A1) Reverse Gear Bearing Surface...

  • Page 543: Forward Gear Reassembly

    BIGFOOT GEAR HOUSING Forward Gear Reassembly 1. Press bearing onto gear using mandrel 91-37350 (press only on inner race of bearing). 91-37350 51869 2-4-C w/Teflon (92-850736A1) Mandrel (91-37350) Bearing; Lubricate I.D. with Quicksilver 2-4-C w/Teflon 2. Inspect reverse gear end of clutch to determine the number of jaws. Refer to chart, fol- lowing, for tool end selection.
  • Page 544 BIGFOOT GEAR HOUSING 6 Jaw Reverse Clutch 56784 Stamped “6” Numbered end of Needle Bearing 6 Jaw Reverse Clutch 3. Apply Quicksilver gear lubricant to I.D. of forward gear. Press bearing into forward gear until tool contacts gear. 56785 Quicksilver Gear Lubricant (92-19007A24) Forward Gear Bearing Installer (91-856875) Needle Bearing, Numbered Side Toward Installer Tool Page 6B-38...

  • Page 545: Propeller Shaft Reassembly

    BIGFOOT GEAR HOUSING Propeller Shaft Reassembly 1. Install components into propeller shaft in sequence shown. 19154 Spring Guide Block 3 Metal Balls* Cam Follower* *Hold in Place With Quicksilver 2-4-C w/Teflon 2. Install cross pin. 51800 Apply Pressure in This Direction Cross Pin 3.

  • Page 546: Driveshaft Wear Sleeve Installation

    2. Apply a light coat of Loctite 271 on outside diameter of rubber ring. 19152 Loctite “271” (92-809819) Ring 3. Insert sleeve into holder*. *Component of Wear Sleeve Installation Tool (91-14310A1). 91-14310A1 19169 Sleeve Holder Page 6B-40 90-828631R3 MARCH 1999...
  • Page 547 BIGFOOT GEAR HOUSING 4. Press sleeve onto driveshaft using Wear Sleeve Installation Tool (91-14310A1); contin- ue pressing until surface contacts surface. 91-14310A1 19166 Driveshaft Wear Sleeve Installation Tool (91-14310A1) Surface Surface 5. Remove excess Loctite from assembled shaft. 90-828631R3 MARCH 1999 Page 6B-41...

  • Page 548: Lower Driveshaft Bearing Race Installation

    BIGFOOT GEAR HOUSING Lower Driveshaft Bearing Race Installation IMPORTANT: Lower driveshaft bearing cup can be installed with or without upper driveshaft bearing/sleeve and oil sleeve installed. 1. Lubricate O.D. of bearing race with Quicksilver 2-4-C w/Teflon. 2. Install shim(s) and bearing race into housing. NOTE: Verify shim(s) are not cocked when drawing up race.

  • Page 549: Oil Sleeve Installation

    BIGFOOT GEAR HOUSING Oil Sleeve Installation 1. Install oil sleeve with tab positioned as shown. 53934 Oil Sleeve Upper Driveshaft Bearing Installation 1. Lubricate I.D. of bearing holder and O.D. of bearing with 2-4-C w/Teflon. 2. Press bearing into sleeve using mandrel from bearing installation tool (91-14309A1). 91-13781 19164 2-4-C w/Teflon (92-850736A1)
  • Page 550 BIGFOOT GEAR HOUSING IMPORTANT: Oil sleeve must be installed prior to upper drive bearing installation. IMPORTANT: Upper driveshaft bearing/sleeve can be installed with or without lower driveshaft bearing cup installed. 3. Install bearing/sleeve into housing. 91-14310A1 53935 Bearing/Sleeve Tapered End Mandrel* (13781) Mandrel* (13780) Threaded Rod** (91-31229)
  • Page 551 Installation 1. Install components in sequence shown. 19175 Loctite “271” (92-809819) Super Duty Gear Lubricant (92-850737A1) Model Driveshaft Holding Tool 40/50 Bigfoot (4-Stroke) 91-56775 60 Bigfoot 91-817070 75/90/100/115/125 91-56775 Forward Gear/Bearing: Work Quicksilver gear lube into bearing rollers. Lower Driveshaft Tapered Roller Bearing: Work Super Duty Gear Lube into bearing rollers.
  • Page 552 BIGFOOT GEAR HOUSING Pinion Gear Depth and Forward Gear Backlash DETERMINING PINION GEAR DEPTH NOTE: Read entire procedure before attempting any change in shim thickness. IMPORTANT: Forward gear assembly must be installed in gear housing when check- ing pinion gear depth or an inaccurate measurement will be obtained. 1.
  • Page 553 9. Insert tool into forward gear assembly; position proper numbered flat (from chart) of gauging block – under pinion gear. MODEL GEAR RATIO (PINION GEAR USE FLAT NO. LOCATING DISC NO. TEETH/REVERSE GEAR TEETH) 40/50 Bigfoot (4-stroke) 2.31:1 (13/30) 60 Bigfoot/60 Seapro/60 2.31:1 (13/30) Marathon 75-thru-90 2.31:1 (13/30)
  • Page 554 BIGFOOT GEAR HOUSING 10. Install locating disc against bearing carrier shoulder in gear housing. 11. Position access hole as shown. Disc 3 24643 Locating Disc Access Hole 12. Determine pinion gear depth by inserting a feeler gauge thru access hole in locating disc.
  • Page 555 BIGFOOT GEAR HOUSING DETERMINING FORWARD GEAR BACKLASH NOTE: Read entire procedure before attempting any change in shim thickness. 1. Obtain correct pinion gear depth; refer to “Determining Pinion Gear Depth,” preceding. 2. Install Bearing Preload Tool (91-14311A2) on driveshaft; refer to “Determining Pinion Gear Depth,”...
  • Page 556 Backlash Indicator Tool 6. Position Dial Indicator on appropriate line (from chart) marked on Backlash Indicator Tool. BACKLASH INDICATOR ALIGN POINTER OF DIAL INDICATOR MODEL TOOL WITH MARK 40/50 Bigfoot 91-78473 (4-Stroke) 60 Seapro/60 Mara- 91-78473 thon/60 Bigfoot 75-thru-90 91-78473...

  • Page 557: Bearing Carrier And Propeller Shaft Installation

    7. Lightly turn driveshaft back-and-forth (no movement should be noticed at propeller shaft). 8. Dial Indicator registers amount of backlash, which must be between specification shown in chart. MODEL DIAL INDICATOR MINIMUM READING MAXIMUM 40/50 Bigfoot 0.012 in. 0.019 in. (4-Stroke) (0.30 mm) (.48 mm) 0.012 in.
  • Page 558 BIGFOOT GEAR HOUSING 3. Lubricate O-ring and mating surfaces with 2-4-C w/Teflon. 4. Install bearing carrier and propeller shaft into housing with the word “TOP” located on flange toward top of housing. 21044 2-4-C w/Teflon (92-850736A1) O-ring NOTE: Use thick 0.090 in. (2.29mm) washers (12-855941) under fasteners if not previously installed.

  • Page 559: Water Pump Reassembly And Installation 6B-53

    BIGFOOT GEAR HOUSING Water Pump Reassembly and Installation 1. Place upper seal on longer shoulder side of Oil Seal Driver (91-13949) with seal lip away from shoulder. 2. Apply Loctite 271 on O.D. of seal; press seal into water pump base until tool bottoms. 91-13949 51553 Loctite “271”...
  • Page 560 BIGFOOT GEAR HOUSING 3. Place lower seal on shorter shoulder side of Oil Seal Driver (91-13949) with seal lip to- ward shoulder. 4. Apply Loctite 271 on O.D. of seal; press seal into water pump base until tool bottoms. 5. Lubricate lip of each seal with Quicksilver 2-4-C w/Teflon (92-825407A12). 91-13949 51553 Loctite “271”...
  • Page 561 BIGFOOT GEAR HOUSING 7. Install components as shown. Apply Loctite 271 on bottom half of threads and torque to specified torque. 19217 Loctite “271” (92-809819) Water Pump Base Bolts and Washers Bolt Torque 60 lb-in. (6.8 Nm) 8. Install gasket and plate. 19219 Gasket Plate...

  • Page 562: Gear Housing Pressure Test

    BIGFOOT GEAR HOUSING 10. Lubricate I.D. of cover with Quicksilver 2-4-C w/Teflon. 11. Rotate driveshaft clockwise and push cover down over impeller. 12. Install cover. 13. If water tube seal stayed on water tube (inside of driveshaft housing) when gear housing was removed, pull water tube seal from water tube.

  • Page 563: Filling Gear Housing With Lubricant

    BIGFOOT GEAR HOUSING 2. Pressurized housing to 10 to 12 psi (69-83 kPa) and observe gauge for 5 minutes. 3. Rotate driveshaft, prop shaft and move shift shaft while housing is pressurized to check for leaks. 4. If pressure drop is noted, immerse housing in water. 5.

  • Page 564: Gearcase Installation

    Failure to follow this warning could result in acci- dental engine starting and possible injury. 1. Position outboard shift linkage into forward gear position. Models 40/50 Bigfoot (4-Stroke) Remote Control Model Shown Shift Lever Page 6B-58...
  • Page 565 BIGFOOT GEAR HOUSING Models 60 Bigfoot Shift Block Models 75/90/100/115/125 19879 Shift Block; Front of Block MUST Extend 1/8 in. (3.2 mm) Past Front of Rail. Rail 2. Tilt engine to full up position and engage tilt lock lever. 3. Shift gear housing into neutral position. Propeller shaft will rotate freely in either direc- tion.
  • Page 566 8. Install components as shown in appropriate photo. ALL EXCEPT 75 W/MECHANICAL REVERSE LOCK 53968 Nylon Spacer Shift Shaft Coupler Bushing 40/45/50 Bigfoot (4-Stroke) Only 75 W/MECHANICAL REVERSE LOCK 53925 Nylon Spacer Shift Shaft Coupler Flat; MUST BE Positioned Toward Front of Gear Housing...
  • Page 567 Fasteners and Washers (2 Each Side) Locknut and Washer Bolt or Nut Torque 40 lb-ft (54 Nm) 16. Check shift operation as follows: Place shift lever in forward gear. Gear housing should ratchet when propeller shaft is turned clockwise. Resistance should be felt when propeller shaft is turned counter- clockwise.

  • Page 568: Trim Tab Adjustment

    BIGFOOT GEAR HOUSING Trim Tab Adjustment 1. Check trim tab position as follows: Operate boat at the speed at which it normally would be operated. If the boat pulls to the right (STARBOARD), the trailing edge of trim tab must be moved to the right.
  • Page 569 THROTTLE/SHIFT LINKAGE ATTACHMENTS/CONTROL LINKAGE Section 7A - Throttle/Shift Linkage Table of Contents Linkage (Non Bigfoot) ..... . 7A-2 Shift Cable Installation .
  • Page 570 THROTTLE/SHIFT LINKAGE Linkage (Non Bigfoot) 2-4-C w/Teflon (92-825407A12) Page 7A-2 90-828631R3 MARCH 1999...
  • Page 571 THROTTLE LEVER BUSHING RETAINER SHIFT LEVER BRACKET NON HANDLE LATCH SCREW (M6 x 16) SLEEVE SHIFT ROD THROTTLE CAM THROTTLE CAM (40 ITALIAN) SPACER WASHER SCREW (M5 x 16) HORIZONTAL SHIFT SHAFT RETAINER WASHER COTTER PIN SPRING SPRING PLATE SCREW (M5 x 16)
  • Page 572 THROTTLE/SHIFT LINKAGE Linkage (Bigfoot) 12 13 2-4-C w/Teflon (92-825407A12) Page 7A-4 90-828631R3 MARCH 1999...
  • Page 573 THROTTLE/SHIFT LINKAGE Linkage (Bigfoot) TORQUE REF. REF. QTY. DESCRIPTION lb-in. lb-ft SCREW (M8 x 70) 11.3 SCREW (M6 x 55) RETAINER THROTTLE LEVER BUSHING RETAINER SHIFT LEVER BRACKET LATCH SCREW (M6 x 16) SLEEVE SHIFT ROD GUIDE-Shift Rod SHIFT LINK NYLINER WASHER COTTER PIN...

  • Page 574: Shift And Throttle Cable Installation To The Outboard

    THROTTLE/SHIFT LINKAGE Shift and Throttle Cable Installation To The Outboard Install the shift cable and throttle cable into the remote control and mount the remote control following instructions which are provided with the remote control. NOTE: Install the shift cable before the throttle cable. The shift cable is the first cable to move when the remote control handle is moved into gear.

  • Page 575: Throttle Cable Installation

    THROTTLE/SHIFT LINKAGE Throttle Cable Installation NOTE: Attach Shift cable to engine prior to attaching throttle cable. 1. Position the remote control handle into neutral detent. 2. Fit the throttle cable thru the front rubber grommet and into the bottom cowl. 3.
  • Page 576 THROTTLE/SHIFT LINKAGE 5. Pull the throttle cable adjustment barrel out of the holder. 6. While holding down the throttle linkage arm (Step 4), position throttle lever so there is a 1/8 inch (3.2mm) gap between the top side of the oval shaped boss and top inside sur- face of the carburetor cam.
  • Page 577 TILLER HANDLE ATTACHMENTS/CONTROL LINKAGE Section 7B - Tiller Handle Table of Contents Tiller Handle ......7B-2 Cleaning/Inspection/Repair .

  • Page 578: Tiller Handle

    TILLER HANDLE Tiller Handle 2-4-C w/Teflon (92-825407A12) Page 7B-2 90-828631R3 MARCH 1999...
  • Page 579 TILLER HANDLE Tiller Handle TORQUE REF. REF. QTY. DESCRIPTION lb-in. lb-ft COVER KIT PULLEY CASE SCREW (10-16 x 1/2 IN. Self Tapping) THROTTLE CABLE (30-1/2 IN.) THROTTLE CABLE (41-1/2 IN.) SLEEVE SCREW (M8 x 25) 16.5 22.5 COVER (BLACK) COVER (GRAY) BUSHING ARM–Steering Handle (BLACK) ARM–Steering Handle (GRAY)

  • Page 580: Tiller Handle Removal

    TILLER HANDLE Tiller Handle Removal 1. Remove lower cowl. Screws-M6x30 (6) Screw-M6x60 2. Remove shift handle. Shift Handle Bushing Screw-M8x35 Page 7B-4 90-828631R3 MARCH 1999...
  • Page 581 TILLER HANDLE 3. Loosen the jam nuts and disconnect the throttle cables from the throttle lever. 54283 Throttle Cable (Long) Throttle Cable (Short) 4. Disconnect the tiller handle wiring. 5. Remove two screws securing the tiller handle. Remove the tiller handle assembly from the outboard.

  • Page 582: Tiller Handle Disassembly

    TILLER HANDLE Tiller Handle Disassembly 1. Pry the two clips out of the hand grip. 2. Remove the side cover. Clips (2) Side Cover 3. Pull the arm along with the throttle cables and wiring from the bracket. 4. Remove retainer and slide out the tiller tube assembly. 5.
  • Page 583 TILLER HANDLE 6. Use a flat tip screwdriver to pry/push the rubber grip off the handle. 7. Pull out the stop switch harness. 8. Push the tiller tube out of the handle. Stop Switch Harness Tiller Tube Handle 9. Remove cover and disconnect throttle cables from pulley. Cover Throttle Cables Pulley...

  • Page 584: Cleaning/Inspection/Repair

    Tiller Handle Reassembly 1. Wrap cables around pulley as shown. Short Throttle Cable (30-1/2 in.) Place in Top Groove Long Throttle Cable (40-1/2 in.) Place in Bottom Groove Pulley 2. Place pulley and cables into case. 3. Install cover with screw.
  • Page 585 TILLER HANDLE 4. Match tiller tube end with the slots and pull the tube end into the handle until it bottoms out. 5. Install the throttle lock components on tiller tube. Tiller Tube Handle Match the Tube End with Slots Screw Lock Spring...
  • Page 586 TILLER HANDLE 9. Place pulley assembly into arm. 10. Slide the tiller tube into the arm. Position the throttle lock knob into its slot. 11. Match the end of the tiller tube with the slots in the pulley assembly. Insert the tiller tube end into the pulley assembly.
  • Page 587 TILLER HANDLE 15. Pull the throttle cables and wiring into the bracket. 16. Fasten arm with cover. Arm Cover Screw Torque 135 lb-in. (15.3 Nm) CAUTION Wiring passing through the hand grip opening must be protected from chaffing or being cut, by using the wiring conduit described in the following steps. Failure to protect wiring as described could result in electrical system failure.

  • Page 588: Tiller Handle Installation

    TILLER HANDLE Tiller Handle Installation 1. Install diaphragm to the cable bracket. Refer to Section 2C for adjustment after tiller han- dle is installed. 2. Install cable bracket. 54281 Diaphragm Cable Bracket Screws (2) Cable Bracket Screw Torque 75 lb-in. (8.5 Nm) CAUTION Tiller handle outboard must have the reinforced throttle lever.
  • Page 589 TILLER HANDLE 3. If removed, install hardware to the throttle lever as shown. 45 HP Models 50 HP Models Screw Bushing 4. Install throttle lever. 2-4-C w/Teflon (92-850736A1) Bushing (Existing) Screw (Existing) Throttle Lever Screw Torque 100 lb-in. (11.3 Nm) 90-828631R3 MARCH 1999 Page 7B-13...
  • Page 590 TILLER HANDLE 5. 50 HP Models – adjust screw to allow for some free play in the carburetor linkage at wide open throttle. Do not allow the carburetor shutters to act as throttle stops. NOTE: 45 HP Models – the throttle stop is fixed and does not require adjustment. 54281 6.
  • Page 591 TILLER HANDLE b. S/N 0G472133 and up. 54277 Switch Assembly Backing Plate Screw (2) BIGFOOT 56243 Switch Backing Plate Screws (2)-Fully Tighten 90-828631R3 MARCH 1999 Page 7B-15...
  • Page 592 TILLER HANDLE 7. Install tiller handle assembly. 8. Pry up the left side lower corner of the rubber grommet in order to fit the wiring in the lower opening. 9. Connect the auxiliary harness. Refer to wiring diagram on next page. 10.
  • Page 593 TILLER HANDLE 11. Reconnect wires. YEL/RED BLK/YEL BLK/YEL BLK/YEL BLK/YEL YEL/RED TAN/BLU BLK = Black BLU = Blue GRY = Gray GRN = Green PUR = Purple RED = Red TAN = Tan YEL = Yellow 12. Connect wiring harness into the engine wiring harness. Push the harness connection into the holder.
  • Page 594 TILLER HANDLE 13. Rotate throttle grip to idle position. 14. Insert the anchor on the shorter throttle cable into the anchor hole on the throttle lever. Push in the anchor until it bottoms out. Cable has to be aligned with the slot. 54282 Shorter Throttle Cable Cable Must be able to Rotate in Slot...
  • Page 595 TILLER HANDLE 16. Route the longer throttle cable behind the cable bracket as shown. 17. Insert the anchor into the anchor hole on the throttle cable. 18. Place the throttle cable into the notch in the cable bracket. 54284 Longer Throttle Cable (Position Behind Cable Bracket as Shown) Cable Must be able to Rotate in Slot 19.
  • Page 596 TILLER HANDLE c. While holding down the throttle linkage arm (Step b), adjust the throttle cable jam nuts so there is a 1/8 in. (3.2mm) gap between the top side of the oval shaped boss and top inside surface of the throttle cam. With the throttle lever at this position, tight- en the jam nuts.
  • Page 597 TILLER HANDLE NON-BIGFOOT s/n 0G472133 and above s/n 0G472132 and below Cotter Pin Washer Shift Rod BIGFOOT 56249 Shift Rod Assembly Shift Link Washer Cotter Pin 90-828631R3 MARCH 1999 Page 7B-21...
  • Page 598 TILLER HANDLE 21. Attach swivel linkage to shift rod. Attach swivel/rod assembly to shift link. Make sure threads are fully engaged but do not tighten completely. 22. Secure bracket and shift rod assembly to side of powerhead with bolts. Torque bolts to specified torque.
  • Page 599 TILLER HANDLE 24. Assemble the shift rod into the shift handle. 54286 Shift Rod Shift Handle 25. Secure the shift handle as shown. 2-4-C w/Teflon (92-850736A1) Shift Handle Bushing Screw Screw Torque 100 lb-in. (11.3 Nm) 90-828631R3 MARCH 1999 Page 7B-23...

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