1992 Johnson Evinrude "EN" 40 thru 55 Service Manual, P/N 508143, Page 254Get this manual
Icl r;-] 9Assemble remaining shims, new tab-lock washer, and impeller nut onto driveshaftTorque impeller nut to 16-18 ftIbs(22-24 Nm)Use new tab-lock washer each time, and bend tabs around driveshaft nut to secure
r:;J 10Assemble intake housing to main housingApply OMC Gasket Sealing Compound to threads of six retaining screws and install them finger tight onlyCheck for any rubbing or binding between the casing liner and impellerIf clearance is greater on one side, verify that the intake housing is centeredTorque screws in crisscross pattern to 10-12 ftIbs(14-16 Nm)11Repeat Step to verify adjustmentGate and Shift Cable AdjustmentCam Models Gate Adjustment
1Move remote control handle to NEUTRAL detent