1996 Johnson Evinrude "ED" 40 thru 55 2-Cylinder Service Manual, P/N 507124, Page 251Get this manual
Icl rJl 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 only
11Check 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)12Repeat Step to verify adjustmentGate Adjustment
1Move remote control handle to NEUTRAL detent