Yamaha - Drive Shaft Collar - Lower Unit Casing Component - 61A-45527-00-00

Overview

Anyone who’s spent time servicing Yamaha lower units knows the small internal components matter just as much as the big ones. This Yamaha Drive Shaft Collar sits inside the lower casing and helps keep the driveline components properly positioned and supported during operation. When you’re rebuilding or servicing a lower unit, using the correct OEM collar ensures everything lines up the way Yamaha intended. It’s a simple part, but it plays an important role in keeping the gearcase running smooth and dependable.

Key Features

• Driveline Support Component – Helps maintain proper positioning of the driveshaft within the lower unit assembly.
• Lower Unit Alignment – Supports correct internal spacing and alignment inside the gearcase.
• Genuine Yamaha Fitment – Manufactured to Yamaha specifications for proper installation and reliable performance.
• Service Replacement Part – Commonly replaced during lower unit repairs or complete gearcase service.

Engine & Boat Compatibility

• 115 - 1993-2014
• 130 - 1993-2004
• 150 - 1992-Current
• 175 - 1992-Current
• 200 - 1992-Current
• 225 - 1992-Current
• 250 - 1990-Current
• B115 - 1998-1999
• C115 - 1993-2000
• C150 - 1996-1999
• D150 - 1997-1999
• DX150 - 1999-2005
• F115 - 2000-Current
• F150 - 2004-Current
• F175 - 2014-Current
• F200 - 2002-Current
• F225 - 2002-Current
• FL150 - 2010
• L130 - 1993-2001
• L150 - 1992-1999
• L200 - 1992-1999
• L225 - 1994-1999
• L250 - 1990-1999
• LF115 - 2000-Current
• LF150 - 2004-Current
• LF200 - 2002-Current
• LF225 - 2002-Current
• LX150 - 1999-2001
• LX200 - 1999-2001
• LX225 - 2000-2003
• LX250 - 2000-2003
• LZ150 - 2000-2005
• LZ200 - 2000-Current
• LZ250 - 2003-2005
• LZ300 - 2004-2006
• P115 - 1993-1996
• P150 - 1992-1999
• P175 - 1994-1999
• P200 - 1992-1999
• PX150 - 1999
• S115 - 1996-1999
• S130 - 1996-1999
• S150 - 1996-1999
• S175 - 1996-1999
• S200 - 1996-1999
• S225 - 1996-1999
• S250 - 1996-1999
• SX150 - 1999-2004
• SX200 - 1999-2005
• SX225 - 2000-2003
• SX250 - 2000-2003
• V150 - 2000-2005
• V175 - 2000
• V200 - 1998-1999
• V225 - 1998-1999
• VF115 - 2015
• VF150 - 2014-Current
• VF175 - 2015-Current
• VX150 - 2000-2004
• VX200 - 2000-2005
• VX225 - 2000-2004
• VX250 - 2002-2004
• VZ150 - 2000-Current
• VZ175 - 2001-Current
• VZ200 - 2001-Current
• VZ225 - 2003-Current
• VZ250 - 2003-Current
• VZ300 - 2004-Current
• Z150 - 2000-2005
• Z175 - 2001-2005
• Z200 - 2000-Current
• Z250 - 2003-2005
• Z300 - 2004-2006

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What does a drive shaft collar do in a Yamaha lower unit?
A: It helps keep the driveshaft properly aligned inside the gearcase so the rotating components stay positioned correctly.

Q: When would this part typically be replaced?
A: It’s commonly replaced during lower unit rebuilds or when servicing internal gearcase components.

Q: Can a worn collar cause drivetrain problems?
A: If it becomes damaged or worn, it can affect internal alignment and potentially contribute to gearcase wear.

Q: Is this part visible without disassembling the lower unit?
A: No. The drive shaft collar is located inside the lower unit and is accessed during gearcase service.

Q: Should this be replaced during a full lower unit rebuild?
A: Many technicians replace internal wear components like collars during rebuilds to ensure proper long-term operation.

• Engine Application
  • 115 - 1993-2014
  • 130 - 1993-2004
  • 150 - 1992-Current
  • 175 - 1992-Current
  • 200 - 1992-Current
  • 225 - 1992-Current
  • 250 - 1990-Current
  • B115 - 1998-1999
  • C115 - 1993-2000
  • C150 - 1996-1999
  • D150 - 1997-1999
  • DX150 - 1999-2005
  • F115 - 2000-Current
  • F150 - 2004-Current
  • F175 - 2014-Current
  • F200 - 2002-Current
  • F225 - 2002-Current
  • FL150 - 2010
  • L130 - 1993-2001
  • L150 - 1992-1999
  • L200 - 1992-1999
  • L225 - 1994-1999
  • L250 - 1990-1999
  • LF115 - 2000-Current
  • LF150 - 2004-Current
  • LF200 - 2002-Current
  • LF225 - 2002-Current
  • LX150 - 1999-2001
  • LX200 - 1999-2001
  • LX225 - 2000-2003
  • LX250 - 2000-2003
  • LZ150 - 2000-2005
  • LZ200 - 2000-Current
  • LZ250 - 2003-2005
  • LZ300 - 2004-2006
  • P115 - 1993-1996
  • P150 - 1992-1999
  • P175 - 1994-1999
  • P200 - 1992-1999
  • PX150 - 1999
  • S115 - 1996-1999
  • S130 - 1996-1999
  • S150 - 1996-1999
  • S175 - 1996-1999
  • S200 - 1996-1999
  • S225 - 1996-1999
  • S250 - 1996-1999
  • SX150 - 1999-2004
  • SX200 - 1999-2005
  • SX225 - 2000-2003
  • SX250 - 2000-2003
  • V150 - 2000-2005
  • V175 - 2000
  • V200 - 1998-1999
  • V225 - 1998-1999
  • VF115 - 2015
  • VF150 - 2014-Current
  • VF175 - 2015-Current
  • VX150 - 2000-2004
  • VX200 - 2000-2005
  • VX225 - 2000-2004
  • VX250 - 2002-2004
  • VZ150 - 2000-Current
  • VZ175 - 2001-Current
  • VZ200 - 2001-Current
  • VZ225 - 2003-Current
  • VZ250 - 2003-Current
  • VZ300 - 2004-Current
  • Z150 - 2000-2005
  • Z175 - 2001-2005
  • Z200 - 2000-Current
  • Z250 - 2003-2005
  • Z300 - 2004-2006