1989 Johnson Evinrude "CE" 9.9 thru 30 Service Manual, P/N 507754, Page 237Get this manual
1 421 23Coat the threaded area of the shift rod with OMC TripeGuard greaseSlide the shift rod down through the shift rod bushing and thread it into the yoke 24Adjust the shift rod as follows: On models with gearcase extensionthe extension must be installed before the adjustment can be made Shift the gearcase to the NEUTRAL position Measure from the highest point of the shift rod connector to the top of the gearcase (or extension)This dimension should be between 13132 inand 7116 in(10,3 mm and 11,0 mm) when the flat surface on the connector faces the driveshaftRotate the shift rod to obtain this dimension14411Notel Pressure and vacuum test gearcase before filling Remove the drain plug and screw in pressure test gauge Hold down firmly on the driveshaft and pump pressure up to 3-6 psi (21-42 kPa)If pressure gauge indicates leakage, submerge the gearcase in water to determine source of leakage as evidenced by bubblesIf the gearcase pressure gauge does not indicate leakage, hold the driveshaft down and increase pressure to 16-18 psi (110-124 kPa)If pressure does not hold, submerge the gearcase in water and check for source of leakageMake necessary repairs and repeat test Screw in vacuum testerPump out to 3-5 inof mercury and see if vacuum holdsThen pump out to 15 inof mercury and checkIf the gearcase fails to hold on either test, put oil around suspected sealIf leak then stops or oil is drawn in, that seal is defectiveWhen the gearcase checks out OK, refill with OMC Hi- Vis gearcase lubricant1451 26Fill the gearcase with 8-9 floz(230-260 ml) lubricant as follows: Secure the gearcase in an upright position Remove the oil level and the oil filldrain plugsReplace the sealsU