1988 Johnson/Evinrude "CC" 40 thru 55 Models Service Manual, Page 213Get this manual
117112propeller shaft, pry the clutch dogand forward gearfrom To remove the bearing housing the retainer spring out of the clutch dog groove and push out the clutch dog pin Remove the forward gear thrust washer and thrust bearing Discard the retainer spring
1181119113Pushand cradle from the shiftdisengageand remove out the shift lever pinthe shifter shaft lever
the shift lever14Rotate the shifter detent 1800 to depress the ill detent ball and springBall and spring can pop out with great forceWear safety glasses for eye protection and proceed with carePull the shifter detent from the bearing housing, being prepared to catch the ball and spring 15The forward gear bearing and bearing housing are serviced as an assemblyIf either are worn or damaged, replace the assembly