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and remove the clip from the engine shut-
off switch. Turn off the battery cut-off
switch if your boat has one.
Do not use your hand to hold the propeller
when loosening or tightening the propeller
nut. Put a wood block between the anti-cavi-
tation plate and the propeller to prevent the
propeller from turning.
Checkpoints
● Check each of the propeller blades for ero-
sion from cavitation or ventilation, or other
damage.
● Check the propeller shaft for damage.
● Check the splines for wear or damage.
● Check for fish line tangled around the pro-
peller shaft.
● Check the propeller shaft oil seal for dam-
age.
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Removing propeller
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Spline models
1. Straighten the cotter pin and pull it out us-
ing a pair of pliers.
2. Remove the propeller nut, washer, and
spacer (if equipped). WARNING! Do not
use your hand to hold the propeller
when loosening the propeller nut.
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1. Cotter pin
2. Propeller nut
3. Washer
4. Propeller
5. Thrust washer
1. Cotter pin
2. Propeller nut
3. Washer
4. Spacer
5. Propeller
6. Thrust washer
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