1994 Johnson/Evinrude Outboards 40 thru 55 Service Manual, Page 252Get this manual
15 r:t5l 19Remove thrust washer and collar Remove retainer ring if required
driveshaft
[":;";l 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 ring
snap ring Make Its groove In the driveshaftWear safety glasses and proceed with care to avoid unsnapping the ring from the pliers
i sure the retaining ring IS seated
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