1990 Johnson Evinrude "ES" 60 thru 70 Service Manual, P/N 507873, Page 147Get this manual

1990 Johnson Evinrude "ES" 60 thru 70 Service Manual, P/N 507873, Page 147

f61l 15Lubricate threaded portion of No1 rod cap screws with Evinrude or Johnson Outboard Lubricant and install rod capBe sure alignment dot on rod cap matches dot on rod and that both dots face flywheel1621 16Using instructions supplied with OMC Alignment Fixture PIN 396749, install the fixture and torque the connecting rod screws in stages to 30-32 ftIbs(40-43 Nm) using OMC Torque Socket PIN 331638 r::=J Torquing the screws without OMC Alignment Fixture PIN
396749, or using an incorrect procedure, could cause permanent damage to the connecting rod and crankshaftTo maintain accurate torque values, keep extension length to minimum17Repeat Steps 15 and 16 for each remaining connecting rod163 18Thoroughly clean and degrease crankcase mating flange of the cylinder block with OMC Cleaning Solvent and let air dry19Apply OMC Locquic Primer to the mating flange of the crankcase and let air dry64 20Apply OMC Gel Seal lito the crankcase mating flange of the cylinder blockThe application must cover the flange evenly and consistently without being excessiveThe application must not come within 14 in(6,4 mm) of labyrinth seals or main bearingsGel Seal II has shelf life of at least one year when stored at room temperatureTest the Gel Seal II or replace it if the age of the tube can not be determinedUsing old Gel Seal II could cause crankcase air leaks()