1997 Johnson Evinrude "EU" 125C, 130, 200, 225, 250 90 LV Service Manual, P/N 507269, Page 303Get this manual
Ern 5Remove the large thrust washerthrust bearingand [11]
6Remove the four driveshaft bearing housing screws with washers
reverse gear from the gearcaseRemove the small thrust washer, forward of the reverse gear
7Rotate the propeller shaft while pulling up on the shift rod engage FORWARD gearThis will provide necessary clearance to remove the pinion nut8Remove the pinion nut from the bottom of the driveshaft by using CWIC Driveshaft Holding Socket, PIN 311875 CD, ONIC Pinion Holder, PIN 334455 Q), and ONIC Wrench Retainer, PI 341438 Pad the handle of the holder to prevent damage to the gearcase
u:ru [!!] 9Pull up on the pinion taper isremove it from the driveshaft to gearcaseThe driveshaft to locking taperIf