1997 "EU" Johnson Evinrude 5 thru 15 Four Stroke Service Manual, P/N 507262, Page 216Get this manual
The crown ofthe piston shou Id be slightly above the block mating surface to allow for crankshaft installation
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15Install thrust washer in blockSeat washer so bottom slot aligns with locating pin in block16Lubricate the thrust bearing and crankshaft main bearing and rod bearing journals with oilInstall crankshaft in block17Lubricate connecting rod and rod cap surfaces with oilInstall cap, with raised dot facing flywheel, using new retainer and rod screwsTorque in stages to 80-96 inIbs(9-11 Nm)Bend retainer tabs up to hex headsresult