Suzuki DF 40 User Manual

LOWER UNIT 9-8
GEAR
• Inspect forward, reverse and pinion gear teeth and engaging
dogs.
Replace gears if damaged or worn.
• Inspect forward gear bearing. Replace bearing if pitted, noisy
or rough.
PROPELLER SHAFT COMPONENTS
• Inspect push rod, replace if worn, broken, or tip is flattened.
• Inspect clutch dog shifter. Replace if chipped, worn or dam-
aged.
• Inspect dog pin. Replace if bent or worn.
• Inspect propeller shaft / splines. Replace if worn, twisted or
damaged.
PROPELLER SHAFT BEARING HOUSING
• Inspect housing. Replace if cracked or damaged.
• Inspect reverse gear bearing. Replace bearing if pitted, noisy
or rough.
• Inspect bearing. Replace bearing if pitted, noisy or rough.
• Check condition of oil seal and O-ring.
Replace the seals if nicked, cut or worn.
( L )
• Check clutch return spring by measuring its free length.
If free length is not within specifications, replace the return
spring.
Clutch return spring free length (L)
Standard : 62 mm (2.44 in.)
Service limit : 60 mm (2.36 in.)

Suzuki DF 40 Specifications

General

Brand	Suzuki
Model	DF 40
Category	Outboard Motor
Language	English