1996 Johnson/Evinrude Outboards 25, 35 3-Cylinder Service Manual, Page 241Get this manual
5If the pinion does not properly engage the flywheel, the pinion and shaft may be worn, distorted, or dirty6Inspect and replace end cap thrust washer if distorted or worn excessively7Inspect and replace armature shaft snap ring if worn or distortedAssembly
1Lubricate the armature shaft bearing surface with one drop of SAE No10 oilLubricate the armature shaft on and above the pinion helix with ewe Starter Pinion Lube, PIN 337016Place thrust washer on armature shaft
2Place end cap onto armature shaft
3Install the Bendix drive components onto the armature shaft