Mercury Workshop Service and Repair Manuals

Ring Gear: Specifications

Rear Axle

Backlash between ring gear and pinion teeth ............................................................................................................  0.254-0.305 mm (0.010-0.012 inch)
Ring gear maximum variation between teeth .................................................................................................................................  0.102 mm (0.004 inch)

Front Axle

Ring gear backlash ........................................................................................................................................................  0.13-0.20 mm (0.005-0.008 inch)