1978 Johnson 55 HP Outboards Service Manual, Page 8Get this manual
SPECIAL SERVICE TOOLS OMC has specially-designed tools to simplify some of the disassembly and reassembly operationsThese tools are illustrated in this Service Manual, in many cases in actual useRefer to the Special Service Tool Catalog for description and ordering instructions for these toolsIndividual purchasers of Service Manuals must order Special Tools through an authorized dealer
OUTBOARD MOTOR NOMENCLATURE
Sometimes the words "right" and "left" are very confusing when referring to the sides of an outboard motorTherefore, the sides are referred to as STARBOARD or PORT sidesSTARBOARD means on the right hand while facing the bow (FRONT) of the boat; PORT means left handSee Figures 1-1 and 1- 2Service required for the 55 HP motor is generally one of three kinds1NORMAL CARE AND MAINTENANCE, which includes putting new motor into operation, storing motors, lubrication, and care under special operating conditions such as salt water and cold weatherOPERATING MALFUNCTIONS due to improper motor mounting, propeller condition or size, boat condition, or the malfunction of some part of the motorThis includes motor tune-up procedures to keep the motor in prime operating conditionCOMPLETE DISASSEMBLY and overhaul, such as inspecting motor that has been submerged or rebuilding trade-in units3