1978 Johnson 55 HP Outboards Service Manual, Page 87Get this manual
jWash needle and roller bearings in solventOil bearings immediately with clean light spindle oil to prevent rustingInspect bearings and replace if damaged REASSEMBLY OF GEARCASE
See exploded view Figure 6-33
kInspect shift mechanism componentsif worn or damaged
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1Inspect "0" ring and bushing in shift rod cover for wearReplace "0" ring if worn, using scribe or suitable toolIf bushing is worn, replace shift rod cover assemblySee Figure 6-31
NOTE Use OMC Gasket Sealing Compound (Part #317201) on all pressed in seals in gear housingThe use of OMC Locquic Primer on the threads of nuts and screws requiring the use of OMC Nut Lock or Screw Lock will reduce curing timeMake no "dry" assembliesWhere the use of oil is speCified, we recommend OMC HI- VIS Gearcase LubeaDRIVESHAFT SEAL HOUSINGIf removed, install two new seals back to back in driveshaft seal housing using installer (Special Tool #320668) and an arbor pressSee Figure 6-32