1998 Johnson Evinrude "EC" 40 thru 55 2-Cylinder Service Manual, P/N 520206, Page 210Get this manual
20Remove the forward gear, thrust bearing, and thrust washer21 Inspect the water screen for blockageRemove the screens by removing both water screen screws
22Inspect the pinion bearing for damage without removing itIf bearing is damaged, remove and discard the pinion bearing from the gearcaseIf the bearing is removed for any reason, it must be replaced
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Remove the bearing retaining screw from the gearcaseDiscard the seal from the screwAssemble the following components of CIVIC Pinion Bearing Remover and Installer, PI 391257, and OIVIC Pinion Service Kit, PIN 433033
326582 Rod (from PI 391257) PIN 326575 Removerl lnstaller (from PI 391257) PIN 334987 Guide Plate (from PI 433033) -20 inHex Head Screw in0.0Flat Washer -20 12 inHex Head Screw