1997 Johnson Evinrude "EU" 90 thru 115 90 CV Service Manual, P/N 507267, Page 193Get this manual
5V4If equipped, remove the two retaining rings using OMC Retaining Ring Pliers, PIN 331045Retaining rings are under extreme pressure during removal and installationWear safety glasses and proceed with care to avoid unsnapping the ring from your pliersAfter the retaining rings are removed far enough from the gearcase to clear the housing, release pliers tension while the retaining ring is still around the propeller shaft
rn 6V4Remove the retainer plate from the gearcase[]J
7Remove the large thrust washerthrust bearingand reverse gear from the gearcase V6Remove small thrust washer, forward of the reverse gear[] 8Remove the four driveshaft bearing housing screws with washers-
9Pull up on the shift rod CD to engage FORWARD gearThis will provide necessary clearance to remove the pinion nut
10Remove the pinion nut from the bottom of the driveshaft by using OMC Driveshaft Holding Socket, PIN 311875 Q), OMC Pinion Holder, PIN 334455and OMC Wrench Retainer, PIN 341438 (1)Pad the handle of the holder to prevent damage to the gearcase