1996 Johnson Evinrude "ED" 90 LV 125C, 130, 200, 225, 250 Service Manual, P/N 507128, Page 306Get this manual
5Remove the large thrust washerthrust bearingand reverse gear from the gearcaseRemove the small thrust washer, forward of the reverse gear6Remove the four driveshaft bearing housing screws with washers
to engage FORWARD gearThis will provide necessary clearance to remove the pinion nut
7Rotate the propeller shaft while pulling up on the shift rod
8Remove the pinion nut from the bottom of the driveshaft by using OMC Driveshaft Holding Socket, PIN 311875 CD, OMC Pinion Holder, PIN 334455 Q), and OMC Wrench Retainer, PI 341438 Pad the handle of the holder to prevent damage to the gearcase
9Pull up on the driveshaft to remove it from the gearcaseThe driveshaft to pinion taper is locking' taperIf necessary, use OMC Puller, PIN 390706 CD, and OMC Backing Plate, PIN 325867 l, to break the lockInstall the tools as shown by clamping them around the driveshaft Alternately 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 tools10The bearing housingshimsthrust washerand thrust bearing will come out with the driveshaftRemove the O-ring from the bearing housing and discard