Honda Outboards BF40A/BF50A Service Manual, Page 199Get this manual
HONDABF35A45A 2) Check the clutch movement by holding the rotor and turning the clutchThe clutch should turn freely counterclockwise and should not turn clockwise3) Check the pinion gear for wear or damage and replace if necessary
If the pinion gear is worn or damaged, the flywheel ring gear must be inspected
dINSTALLATION
FRONT COVERIYOKEREAR COVER 1) Align the projections on the yoke with the dents in the rear cover, and assemble the yoke and rear cover with the "A" point on the yoke facing the starter magnetic switch cable2) Assemble the yoke and front cover by aligning the dents in the front cover with the projections on the yoke