1992 Johnson Evinrude "EN" 40 thru 55 Service Manual, P/N 508143, Page 248Get this manual
15 r:J5l 19Remove thrust washer and collar Remove retainer ring if required
from driveshaft
[':;';1 20To assemble bearing to driveshaft, make sure bearing retaining ring is in position on the driveshaftApply light coat of OMC Marine Wheel Bearing Grease to the bearing and driveshaft pressing surfacesPress bearing onto shift until bearing makes contact with retaining ring21 Using pliers, snap ring Make sure the retaining ring IS seated In ItS groove In the driveshaftWear safety glasses and proceed with care to avoid unsnapping the ring from the pliers