2006 Merc 25 EFI lower unit removal

[Bonstrosity]

Hello all,

I'm looking to replace the impeller on my 25EFI along with diagnose a noise that I get when in neutral. I have a service manual but am confused on how to disconnect the shift linkage on this motor. Do I have to push out the number 5 pin on this diagram?

http://www.**********/parts/search/...E)/OR165086 & Up/Shift and Cam Rod/parts.html

If anyone has done this before any help would be appreciated. I have downloaded a service manual but it is very unclear where to disconnect the shift linkage.

 

[Blown Challenger]

Re: 2006 Merc 25 EFI lower unit removal

Link wont work,Is it from another forum?

 

[woody66912]

Re: 2006 Merc 25 EFI lower unit removal

Yes push out the lower pin so the block stays with the upper rod. One ? are you getting a over heat horn.

 

[Bonstrosity]

Re: 2006 Merc 25 EFI lower unit removal

I apologize about the link, I wasn't aware it would be cut off. I am not getting an overheat horn, the tell tale is not as strong as it used to be and I've always done it as cheap insurance on all my motors.

What is the best way to press that pin out? I've tried a punch but I can't seem to get a good whack on it as the linkage flexes.

 

[woody66912]

Re: 2006 Merc 25 EFI lower unit removal

yep pain in the butt, but use a very small punch it will come out, maybe have someone hold a hammer on the back side.