How too replace shift cable on mercruiser sterndrive

snunez

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I have a 4 cylinder engine with a 4.0 sterndrive. The shift cable is stuck and need to replace. Where do I start? Do I need to remove the bellows before I remove the sterndrive? :confused:
 

dubs283

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Re: How too replace shift cable on mercruiser sterndrive

get the oem manual for your drive, either #6 or #14 depending on what you have

follow the instructions outlined there
 

snunez

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Re: How too replace shift cable on mercruiser sterndrive

:confused:How do a check to see what sterndrive I have? I'm new to boating...
 

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Re: How too replace shift cable on mercruiser sterndrive

How do a check to see what sterndrive I have? I'm new to boating...

Ayuh,... By telling Us what you've really got... There's No such thing as a 4.0l...
And,..
What vintage is it,..??
 

Haut Medoc

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Re: How too replace shift cable on mercruiser sterndrive

I have a 4 cylinder engine with a 4.0 sterndrive. The shift cable is stuck and need to replace. Where do I start? Do I need to remove the bellows before I remove the sterndrive? :confused:
Pull the drive first.....;)
 

snunez

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Re: How too replace shift cable on mercruiser sterndrive

I was able to break away the Sterndrive last night. My Sterndrive has a 4 decal and ref 2.5 liter. How do I confirm what type of Sterndrive I have.
 

PitchFork

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Re: How too replace shift cable on mercruiser sterndrive

How do I confirm what type of Sterndrive I have.

Post a picture and post serial # of the drive and engine are helpful.
Year
Make
Model

Just need to post detailed info so the experts can help.

Manual 14 Alpha One Gen 2 Click Here
 
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