1997 Johnson Evinrude "EU" 40 thru 55 2-Cylinder Service Manual, P/N 507265, Page 228Get this manual
16Inspect the pinion bearing for damage without removing itIf the bearing is removed for any reason, it must be replaced 1231 124
Remove the bearing retaining screw from the gearcaseDiscard the O-ring from the screwAssemble the following components Pinion Bearing Remover and Installer, PIN 391257, in the gearcase
PIN PIN PIN CD PIN
326586 391260 326582 326580