1998 Johnson Evinrude "EC" 9.9 thru 30 HP 2-Cylinder Outboards Service Manual, Page 263Get this manual
9Assemble remaining shims, new tab-lock washer, and impeller nut onto driveshaftTighten impeller nut to 16-18 ftIbs(22-24 Nm)Use new tab-lock washer each time, and bend tabs around driveshaft nut to secure
rn 10.Sealing Compoundhousing to of six retaining screwsOMC Assemble intake main housingApply Gasket to threads and
install them finger tight only11Check for any rubbing or binding between the casing liner and impellerIf clearance is greater on one side, verify that the intake housing is centeredTighten screws in crisscross pattern to 10-12 ftIbs(14-16 Nm)12Repeat Step to verify adjustmentGate Adjustment
1Move remote control handle to NEUTRAL detent