12-20 STEERING

Reverse System

Reverse Bucket Removal/Installation

Disconnect the ball joint at rear end of the shift cable.

Remove the pump cover.

Unscrew the pivot bolts [A] and remove the reverse bucket [B].

Installation is the reverse of removal. Note the following. Apply a non-permanent locking agent to the reverse

bucket pivot bolts, and torque them.

Torque - Reverse Bucket Pivot Bolts: 19 N·m (1.9 kgf·m, 14 ft·lb)

After installation, check the shift cable adjustment.

Shift Lever Shaft Removal/Installation

Remove:Steering Cover (see Steering Removal)

Steering Cable Ball Joint at Upper End (disconnect)

Unscrew the mounting bolts [A] on the inside of the hull and remove the shift lever holder [B].

Assemble the shift lever holder, noting the following.

Grease:

Shift Lever Shaft [A] Bushings [B]

Apply silicone sealant to the mating surface between the shift lever holder bottom and steering holder upper sur- face.

Apply a non-permanent locking agent to the lever nut [C] and the shift lever holder mounting bolts [E].

Torque the shift lever locknut [D].

Torque - Shift Lever Locknut: 20 N·m (2.0 kgf·m, 14.5 ft·lb)

Replace the cotter pin [A] with a new one.

NOTE

When inserting the cotter pin, if the slots in the locknut do not align with the cotter pin hole in the steering shaft, tighten the locknut clockwise [B] up to next alignment.

It should be within 30 degree.

Loosen once and tighten again when the slot goes past the nearest hole.

Bend the cotter pin over the nut.

Before connecting the shift and steering cables, apply a water resistant grease to their joint balls.

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Kawasaki STX-15F service manual Reverse Bucket Removal/Installation, Shift Lever Shaft Removal/Installation