1997 Johnson Evinrude "EU" 125C, 130, 200, 225, 250 90 LV Service Manual, P/N 507269, Page 305Get this manual
COA3563
27 20The detent ball and spring can come out with great forceWear safety glasses for eye protectionPut shop cloth around the assemblyPull the detent lever out of the bearing housing and remove the detent ball CD, spring Q), and the shift lever
21The forward gear bearing and bearing housing are serviced as an assemblyIf either is worn or damaged, replace the assembly22If removed, the pinion bearing must be discardedInspect bearing for damage without removing, if possible
COA3601
23Remove the pinion bearing only if it needs to be replacedRemove the retaining screwDiscard the O-ring from the screw