1998 Johnson Evinrude "EC" 25, 35 HP 3-Cylinder Outboards Service Manual, Page 136Get this manual
13Inspect center main bearing and split sleeves for excess wear, nicks, or scratchesReplace if necessary14Inspect crankshaft rod bearings for excess wear, nicks, or scratchesReplace if necessary
Assembly
INote Proceed
slowlyMake no forced assemblies unless pressing operation is called forA" internal components must be perfectly clean and lightly coated with Johnson or Evinrude Outboard LubricantUse new wrist pin retaining rings, gaskets, seals, and a-rings during assembly