SERVICE MANUAL NUMBER 24
MCM MODELS
7.
Position engine for correct engine and drive shaft lateral alignment as follows:
a. Measure the length of “a” and “b” to the centers of bolt holes. They MUST BE
EQUAL. If they are not equal, slide the aft and forward ends of the engine equal
amounts in opposite directions to obtain equal lengths for “a” and “b.”
b. Recheck Step 6. If Step 6. is not as specified, adjust and recheck Step 7. a. Continue
this process until both Steps 6.and 7. a. are as specified.
a
b
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Top View Shown
These Dimensions Must Be Equal
a- Must equal “b”
b- Must equal “a”
8.
9.
After engine has been aligned correctly, fasten front and rear engine mounts to stringers.
Tighten mounting bolts securely.
Apply Loctite 27131 to threads of bottom drive shaft shield retaining screws and install
bottom shield on engine end as shown. Torque screws to 30 lb-ft (41 Nm).
a
b
c
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Engine End Shown
a- Shaft Housing
b- Bottom Shield
c- 3 Screws (2 Hidden)
10.
Then install top shield as shown. Torque bolts and nuts to 30 lb-ft (41 Nm).
a
d
c
b
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Engine End Shown
a- Top Shield
b- Bottom Shield
c- 4 Bolts/Nuts (2 Hidden)
d- 3 Screws (2 Hidden)
Proceed to “Engine Connections” section instructions following.
11.
Index
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Product Specification
Categories | Mercury MerCruiser Manuals |
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Tags | Mercury MerCruiser 305 CID, Mercury MerCruiser 350 CID |
Model Year | 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001 |
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