PROPULSION
6.10
2004 Four Stroke PWC Service Manual
Driveshaft Shim Procedure
Thedriveshaft must be shimmed to prevent driveline damage.
NOTE: The NOMINAL number of shims = 2.
1. Install tapered spacer over driveshaft end. V erify
beveled edge is flush with driveshaft bevel.
2. Install two shims, then hand thread coupler on to
driveshaft.
3. Push couplers together with rubber dampener
installed.
4. Measure “X” as outlined in illustration below.
5. Reference specification table and remove or add
shims.
Pump Housing -- To -- End of Driveshaft
(INCHES)
Number of Shims From NOMINAL TotalNumber of Shims
X<2.110 +2 4
2.110 < X < 2.195 +1 3
2.195 < X < 2.280 0 2
2.280 < X < 2.365 -- 1 1
X>2.365 -- 2 0