1998 Johnson Evinrude EC 5 thru 15 HP Four Stroke Service Manual, Page 245Get this manual
11Remove the upper thrust washer from the pivot tube
12If necessary, service the components of the stern bracketsIf the tilt bolt is removed, torque the bolt to 60-84 inIbs(7-9 Nm) when assembled
Assembly
1If any of the swivel bracket components were removed, refer to the reference picture for correct assembly
2Install the upper thrust washer on the pivot tube