Maintenance

EMU30660

Removing the propeller

EMU29194

Spline models

1.Straighten the cotter pin and pull it out using a pair of pliers.

2.Remove the propeller nut, washer, and spacer (if equipped).

1.Cotter pin

2.Propeller nut

3.Washer

4.Spacer

5.Propeller

6.Thrust washer

3.Remove the propeller and thrust wash-

er.

EMU30670

Installing the Propeller

EMU29231

Spline models

ECM00340

CAUTION:

●Be sure to install the thrust washer be- fore installing the propeller, otherwise the lower case and propeller boss could be damaged.

●Be sure to use a new cotter pin and bend the ends over securely. Otherwise the propeller could come off during op- eration and be lost.

1.Apply Yamaha marine grease or a cor-

rosion resistant grease to the propeller shaft.

2.Install the spacer (if equipped), thrust washer, and propeller on the propeller shaft.

3.Install the spacer (if equipped) and the washer. Tighten the propeller nut to the specified torque.

4.Align the propeller nut with the propeller shaft hole. Insert a new cotter pin in the hole and bend the cotter pin ends.

NOTE:

If the propeller nut does not align with the propeller shaft hole after tightening to the specified torque, tighten the nut further to align it with the hole.

EMU29282

Changing gear oil

EWM00800

WARNING

●Be sure the outboard motor is securely fastened to the transom or a stable stand. You could be severely injured if the outboard motor falls on you.

●Never get under the lower unit while it is tilted, even when the tilt support lever or knob is locked. Severe injury could occur if the outboard motor accidental- ly falls.

1.Tilt the outboard motor so that the gear

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