1998 Johnson Evinrude EC 5 thru 15 HP Four Stroke Service Manual, Page 217Get this manual
The crown ofthe piston should be slightly above the block mating surface to allow for crankshaft installation
15Install thrust washer in blockSeat washer so bottom slot aligns with locating pin in block
16Lubricate the thrust bearing and crankshaft main bearing and rod bearing journals with oilInstall crankshaft in block
17Lubricate connecting rod and rod cap surfaces with oilInstall cap, with raised dot facing flywheel, using new retainer and rod screwsTorque in stages to 96-108 in Ibs(11-12 Nm)Bend retainer tabs up to hex heads