1997 Johnson/Evinrude EU 25, 35 HP 3-Cylinder outboards Service Manual, Page 233Get 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 distorted
Assembly
4Install the lower spring holder onto the armature shaft, with the recessed end facing the end of the shaftInstall the spring Install the upper spring retainer onto the shaft, with the deeper recess facing the end of the shaft[]] 5Place small amount of ow: Triple-Guard grease on the end of the armature shaftSnap the retaining ring into the groove at the end of the armature shaftMove the upper spring retainer into position to cover the retaining ringWipe away any excess ow: Triple-Guard grease