How do you replace the water pump mercury 40hp 1997 outboard

[rebecca wagers]

I need info on how to replace

I need info on how to replace the water pump on my boat and where to find the parts

 

[andrew]

"Change the whole pump or rebu

"Change the whole pump or rebuild it? A water pump repair kit is here.

Exploded view is here , although I don't know your serial number.

Have you worked on outboards before? Someone here might walk you through it, or you could get a manual."