2000-2005 Yamaha F40B Outboard Service Manual, Page 344Get this manual

MEASURING THE REVERSE GEAR BACKLASH
1Measure: Reverse gear backlash Out of specification Adjust

Reverse gear backlash 0.40-0.60 mm (0.016-0.024 in)

Measuring steps

(1) Set the shift rod into the neutral position

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