1996 Johnson/Evinrude Outboards 25, 35 3-Cylinder Service Manual, Page 143Get this manual
4Lubricate new driveshaft a-ring and lightly lubricate crankshaft splines with OVIC Moly LubeInstall a-ring in sleeve
rn ringUsing sharp edge facing ring pliers, install bearing retain5external retaining ing with away from bearing6Lubricate the two center main bearings and split sleeves with outboard lubricant and install them in their original positionsThe split sleeve ring grooves must face away from flywheel when installed
7Install the crankshaft seal ringsMake sure the ends of the seal rings overlap properly
rn 8Lightly lower OVIC Gasket Sealing Compound on the of the apply metal case of new housing sealPosition the exposed lip
seal into the lower housingPress against outer metal case of the seal until the edge of the metal case is flush with the inside surface of the lower housing