1997 Johnson Evinrude "EU" 40 thru 55 2-Cylinder Service Manual, P/N 507265, Page 217Get this manual
16Install the pinion and driveshaft as follows: Degrease tapers of the pinion and driveshaftInstall the pinion and driveshaft into the gearcasePush the driveshaft bearing housing in position Lightly coat the threads of the pinion nut with outboard lubricant [lID
Install the pinion nut on the driveshaft using OMC Pinion Nut Starting Tool, PIN 342216Turn the driveshaft by hand to engage the nutRemove the pinion nut starting tool before applying torque to the pinion nutWhile holding the pinion nut with an 'V'6 inwrench and the driveshaft with an OMC Driveshaft Holding Socket, PIN 334995, tighten the nut to 40-45 ftIbs(54-60 Nm)Pad handle of the wrench to prevent damage to the gearcase