1998 Johnson Evinrude "EC" 9.9 thru 30 HP 2-Cylinder Outboards Service Manual, Page 169Get this manual
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12Using tool as drawn on Page 4-9, or equivalent, push the taper pin toward the intake manifold surfaceDo not use any tool smaller than the taper pin bore to remove the pin 13Remove the six main bearing screws and eight flange screws
14Turn the powerhead with the intake facing up and then tap lightly upward on the crankshaft until the crankcase halves begin to separate
15Lift the crankcase from the cylinder block
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Pistons, connecting rods, rod bearings, and bearing retainers are wearing parts and seat with the operation of the engineBecause of this, it is essential to maintain their original positions at reassemblyUsing an indelible ink marker, mark each connecting rod, cap, and bearing component when they are removed to ensure correct mating, and keep the needles of each cylinder togetherinstall cylinder head to prevent pistons from falling out