1999 EE Johnson Outboards 25, 35 3-Cylinder Service Manual, Page 138Get this manual
4Lubricate new driveshaft -ring and lightly lubricate crankshaft splines with OMC Moly LubeInstall a-ring in sleeve5Using external retaining ring pliers, install bearing retain ing ring with sharp edge facing away from bearing
6Lubricate the two center main bearings and split sleeves with outboard lubricant and install them in their original positionsThe split sleeve ring grooves must face away from flywheel when installed 39317
7Install the crankshaft seal ringsMake sure the ends of the seal rings overlap properly8Lightly apply OMC Gasket Sealing Compound on the metal case of new lower housing sealPosition the exposed lip of the seal into the lower housingPress against outer metal case of the seal until the edge of the metal case is flush with the inside surface of the lower housing9Coat the lower housing a-ring, a-ring groove, and flange with OMC Gasket Sealing CompoundPlace the -ring on the lower housing10Lubricate seal lip with outboard lubricant and place lower bearing seal housing on crankshaft