1996 Johnson Evinrude "ED" Electric Outboards Service Manual, P/N 507119, Page 144Get this manual
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Disassembly
1Remove two motor thru-bolts Discard thru -bolt
[] 2Remove drive-end end cap from motorDiscard end cap a-ring]3If the bearing in the drive-end end cap is worn or damaged, replace the assemblyIf seals are worn or damaged, remove seals and spacerSave spacer[] 4Remove fiber thrust washer from armature shaft[] 5Remove motor field assembly by lifting field up while holding armature down (to keep brushes and springs in place)[] 6Remove armature from armature-end end capbeing careful to avoid loss of springs CDRemove armature end a-ring Q) from end cap and discard7Inspect all components for wear or damageReplace parts as required