1998 Johnson Evinrude EC 5 thru 15 HP Four Stroke Service Manual, Page 275Get this manual
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6Install the upper pinion bearing using OVIC Pinion Bearing Installer, PI 3198783 8-16 6112 in boltand wide washer Assemble the tools with lettered side of the bearing facing the installerDraw the upper pinion bearing into the gearcase until tool contacts gearcaseDisassemble tool components Assemble the tools with the lower pinion bearing facing installer toolDraw the lower pinion bearing into the gearcase until tool contacts gearcase
[] 7If removed, position new forward bearing race in the gearcaseUsing CIVIC Bearing Cup Installer, PI 326025, and mallet, drive the bearing race into its bore until it is seated