1997 Johnson Evinrude "EU" 90 thru 115 90 CV Service Manual, P/N 507267, Page 213Get this manual
I1ID 19Remove retainer ring if requiredDiscard retainer ringI1ID 20To assemble bearings to driveshaft, install new retaining
ring (if removed) on the driveshaftApply light coat of ONIC Marine Wheel Bearing Grease to the bearing and driveshaft pressing surfacesPosition the lower bearing on the driveshaft with the lettered side of bearing facing away from the retaining ringPress against inner race of the bearing until it contacts the ring
l1ID 21Lubricate the upper bearingPosition the upper bearing
on the driveshaft with lettered side of bearing facing away from the lower bearingPress against inner race of the bearing until it contacts the lower bearing22Using retaining ring pliers, install retaining ring with sharp edge facing outMake sure the retaining ring is seated in its groove in the driveshaftWear safety glasses and proceed with care to avoid unsnapping the ring from the pliers