1997 Johnsoon Evinrude "EU" 50 thru 70 3-Cylinder Service Manual, P/N 507266, Page 213Get this manual
8Lightly apply OMC Triple-Guard grease to new bearing housing a-ringInstall the a-ring in its groove in the housingInstall new a-rings on the retaining screws
Driveshaft Bearing Housing Service
The driveshaft bearing is not serviceableReplace the bearing housing if the bearing is worn or damagedAlso, inspect the driveshaft bearing surface if the bearing is damaged1Remove the driveshaft bearing housing seal using ave Puller Bridge, PIN 432127, and ave Small Puller Jaws, PIN 432131Discard the seal2Remove the a-ring from the bearing housing and discard 3Clean the bearing housing in solvent to remove sealer from the seal bore and the a-ring groove