2000 Johnson/Evinrude SS 2 thru 8 outboards Service Manual, Page 154Get this manual
162,2.3,3.3,Measure the connecting rod deflection at the small end of the rod to determine the amount of wear of the crankpin and connecting rod bearing The connecting rod deflection is 0.0220.056 in(0,61,5 mm) on 2, 2.3 and 3.3 models and must not be more than 0.16 in(4 mm) on the 5Replace crankshaft assembly if deflection exceeds tolerance
17.2,2.3,3.3,5Use "Vee" block and two dial indicators to check crankshaft off-center at Rotate crankshaft on blockMovement of indicators must not exceed 0.001 in(0,05 mm)Replace crankshaft assembly if movement exceeds this dimension
Removal of Upper Crankcase Seal4, 6, 8
The presence of oil under the flywheel could indicate leaking upper crankcase sealThe upper crankcase seal can be replaced without disassembly of crankcaseRemove the flywheel as described in Section 3Use OMC Seal Remover, PI 391060, to remove and install the seal Use tip "A" on models Use tip