Mercury 35/40HP 2 Cylinder Outboards Service Manual PN 90-42794--1, Page 223Get this manual
SUPPORT TOOL
aDrill Holes for Retaining Clips METRIC CONVERSION 14 in35.56cm in50.8mm 38 in9.5mm 14 in6.35mm
Use metal rod (38 indiameter) to make support toolA used shift shaft works well
5Remove engine mounting bolts (a), tilt tube nut (b) and bolts (c) which secure starboard transom bracket to Power Trim assemblyMove starboard transom bracket (e) away from Power Trim assembly so that manual release valve (d) will clear bracket when Power Trim assembly is removed