1999 "EE" Evinrude 200, 225 V6 FFI Outboards Service Manual, P/N 787025, Page 167Get this manual
Assembly Notel Proceed slowlyMake no forced assemblies unless pressing operation is called forAll internal components must be perfectly clean and lightly coated with Johnson or Evinrude Outboard Lubricant NoteUse new wrist pin retaining rings, gaskets, seals, and a-rings during assembly1Lubricate the center main bearings and split sleeves with Evinrude or Johnson Outboard Lubricant and install them in their original positionsThe split sleeve ring grooves must face away from flywheel when installed
2Place bearing retainer plate (8), flat side down, on lower end of crankshaft
3To install new lower main bearing: Oil the end of the crankshaftUse CIVIC Crankshaft BearingSleeve Installer, PI 338649, and place bearing onto crankshaft with lettered side facing the toolInstall bearing until it seats in the crankshaft)0