1997 Johnson Evinrude "EU" 40 thru 55 2-Cylinder Service Manual, P/N 507265, Page 210Get this manual
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20Remove the forward gear, thrust bearing, and thrust
washer21Inspect the water screen for blockageRemove the screens by removing both water screen screws22Inspect the pinion bearing for damage without removing itIf
bearing is damaged, remove and discard the pinion bearing from the gearcaseIf the bearing is removed for any reason, it must be replaced
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Remove the bearing retaining screw from the gearcaseDiscard the seal from the screwAssemble the following components of OMC Pinion Bearing Remover and Installer, PI 391257and OMC Pinion Service Kit, PIN 433033326582 Rod (from PIN 391257) 326575 Removerl lnstaller (from PI 391257) 334987 Guide Plate (from PI 433033) 14-20 114 inHex Head Screw