1969 Evinrude 40 HP Big Twin, Lark Service Repair Manual P/N 4596, Page 72Get this manual
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hThe reverse drive assembly can now be removed by withdrawing the propeller shaftSee Figure 6-27 Tilt the pinion gear toward the rear and withdraw it through the gearcase head openingSee Figure 6-28 T