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Forward or Neutral for lower unit removal w/ splined shift linkage?

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CZSteve

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Sorry if this is in the wrong section but figured best here since it's regarding a Mercury lower unit - motor is a 1997 Force 90.

I'm going to drop the lower unit to replace the impeller - first time doing and have a question.

Apparently this model has a splined connection for the shift linkage and I'm reading different oppinions.
- I assume the shift linkage rotates and the splines are simpy a slip fit - Yes?
- Best to set the motor in forward or neutral before dropping the lower unit?
- Mark both side of the shaft to insure they line-up properly?
- I'm assuming I don't want the shift linkage shaft to rotate while the LU is out and keep the kiddos away from the control...
- Any other words of wisdom for a first timer???

Thanks,
Steve​
 
I assume the shift linkage rotates and the splines are simpy a slip fit - Yes?

Yes.

- Best to set the motor in forward or neutral before dropping the lower unit?

Forward. Some use neutral, but if you bump it during assembly you're in forward, so...


- Mark both side of the shaft to insure they line-up properly?

Not necessary

- I'm assuming I don't want the shift linkage shaft to rotate while the LU is out and keep the kiddos away from the control...

Right. And take ALL of the slack out at the bottom before stabbing it up there.

- Any other words of wisdom for a first timer???

PATIENCE and a stiff bungee cord to hold the weight as you stick her back together.

Jeff
 
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