1999 "EE" Evinrude 5 thru 15 4-Stroke Service Manual, P/N 787022, Page 253Get this manual
6Install the pinion bearings using the following components of O'IC Universal Pinion Bearing Remover and Installer, PIN 391257, and one additional tool spacer:
PI 326578 Removerl lnstaller 14-20 12 inScrew 14-20 114 inScrew inFlat Washer PI 326585 Spacer, Short PI 339753 Spacer, Long
PI 326582 Rod PI 326583 Plate
OJ Assemble the tools using the short spacer, PIN OJ Assemble the tools using the long spacer, PIN
326585, to install the lower pinion bearingPress against the bearing's lettered side until washer contacts short spacer
339753, to install the upper pinion bearingPress against the bearing's lettered side until washer contacts long spacer
OJ INotel To ensure accurate bearing location, washer must
be flat and screw must be tight