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BIGFOOT GEAR HOUSING
Page 6B-56 90-828631R3 MARCH 1999
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.
14. Lubricate I.D. of water tube seal with Quicksilver 2-4-C w/Teflon and install as shown.
15. Install cover bolts and torque to specified torque.
19212
c
c
a
b
95
2-4-C w/Teflon (92-850736A1)
95
a-Cover
b-Seal
c-Bolts (4); Apply Loctite 271 on Threads
Bolt Torque
60 lb-in. (6.8 Nm)
NOTE: It is recommended that the gearcase be pressure tested for leaks after reassembly
and BEFORE gear lube is added. Gearcase should hold 10 to 12 psi (69-83 kPa) for 5 min-
utes.
Gear Housing Pressure Test
1. Remove vent plug and install pressure test gauge.

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Mercury 40 Specifications

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BrandMercury
Model40
CategoryOutboard Motor
LanguageEnglish

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