1996 Johnson Evinrude "ED" 60 LV 90, 115, 150, 150C, 175 Service Manual, P/N 507127, Page 208Get this manual
8Pull up on the driveshaft to remove it from the gearcaseThe driveshaft to pinion taper is locking taperIf necessary, use OMC Puller, PIN 390706 Q), and OMC Backing Plate, PIN 325867 Q), to break the lockInstall the tools as shown by clamping them around the driveshaftAlternately tighten the two vertical screws against the backing plate inserted between the puller and the gearcase until the driveshaft pops loose from the pinion, then remove the tools9The bearing housingshims (0, thrust bearing thrust washers will come out with the driveshaft
[] 10Reach inside the gearcase and take out the pinion, nut, and any loose needle bearings that may have fallen into the gearcase11Push down on the shift rodThis will move the detent lever downward to clear the inside of the gearcase when the propeller shaft assembly is pulled out