2000 Johnson/Evinrude SS 2 thru 8 outboards Service Manual, Page 203Get this manual
Assembly 1Install the lower engine cover to the exhaust housing []] W
2Place new a-ring on the shift leverInstall the shift rod pinion with dot toward the port sideInstall the shift shaft gear with flat directly on topInsert the shift lever and engage shift shaft gearInstall and tighten the setscrew securely
3Pack the gear cavity with CIVIC Triple-Guard greasePlace new a-ring on the exhaust housing coverInstall the cover and tighten the two screws securelyInstallation 1Lubricate the upper mount blocks with liquid soap and place them in position in the exhaust housing2Slide the exhaust housing into the swivel bracket
3Place the two lower side mounts into the two lower mount housingsPut the port housing in place, insert the thrust mount and position the starboard housingSecure the lower mounts with screws