Impeller change out

[BigRock44]

So I am gonna try to change out my impeller on my 2014 Yamaha f150 outboard. Doesn't seem too terribly difficult but my main concern is putting the lower unit back on when I'm done. Apparently I'll have to make sure to have the small gear shift rod on the lower unit line up perfectly when I'm sliding the lower unit back on so the splines mesh correctly. I just don't want to have any gear shifting issues out on the water after I launch.

1- How do I know if the gear shift rod meshed correctly into place without having to launch the boat? Is there a foolproof method to doing this?
2- Should I have the gear in neutral or forward during the entire replacement procedure?

Anyone have any experience with this? Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks very much.

[Flygaff]

I recently did my twin 175 and twin 15 hp outboards. My advice that helped me.

#1. U tube. you will find the procedure there.
#2. as you take things apart, take photos as you go. loosen the housing bolts, Take pics. then take pics of the shift lever and shaft. I took all the bolts out in neutral and then went reverse to give me a little more room in there. Take pics, take pics. It was actually easier than I thought. It is better with two people. my conclusion is. Its an easy job. I will never pay to have it done again.

Good luck & trust yourself

[Capt. Debbie]

Second that. You Tube is phenomenal for stuff you could not imagine how-to-do.

Originally Posted by Flygaff

I recently did my twin 175 and twin 15 hp outboards. My advice that helped me.

#1. U tube. you will find the procedure there.
#2. as you take things apart, take photos as you go. loosen the housing bolts, Take pics. then take pics of the shift lever and shaft. I took all the bolts out in neutral and then went reverse to give me a little more room in there. Take pics, take pics. It was actually easier than I thought. It is better with two people. my conclusion is. Its an easy job. I will never pay to have it done again.

Good luck & trust yourself