2002/2003 Johnson SN/ST 2 Stroke 3.5, 6 8 HP Outboards Service Manual, PN 5005466, Page 160Get this manual
POWERHEAD ASSEMBLY68 Apply Gasket Sealing Compound to both sides of new cylinder head gasketInstall the cylinder head and torque the screws in stages to 144 to 168 in Ibs(16 to 18 N'm), following sequence shownInstall the cylinder head screws dryDo not use sealant on threads Apply Gasket Sealing Compound to new exhaust cover gasket(s)Install the inner and outer exhaust coverTighten the screws to torque of 60 to 84 inIbs(7 to N'm), starting with the center screwsInstall the intake manifold and leaf plate assembly using new gasketDo not apply sealer to the gasketTighten the screws to torque of 60 to 84 inIbs(7 to Nm)Install the water tube and grommet in the inner exhaust tubeLubricate the grommet before installingInstall the inner exhaust tube to the powerhead using new gasketIt is not necessary to apply sealer to this gasketInstall and tighten the screws to torque of 60 to 84 inIbs(7 to N'm), starting with the center screws