2002/2003 Johnson SN/ST 2 Stroke 3.5, 6 8 HP Outboards Service Manual, PN 5005466, Page 195Get this manual
GEARCASE DISASSEMBLY3.5
DISASSEMBLY3.5
WARNING
Tap lightly on the ears of the gearcase head using wooden dowel and mallet until the gearcase head has rotated 10 or 15 in either direction Drive the gearcase head rearward by tapping alternately with soft mallet on each of the ears until the a-ring is disengaged
Wear safety glasses to avoid personal injury, and set compressed air pressure to less than 25 psi (172 kPa)
IMPORTANT: Clean and inspect all components during disassemblyReplace all damaged components, seals, a-rings, and gaskets upon assemblyRemove propellerRefer to PROPELLERRemove gearcaseRefer to REMOVAL AND INSTALLATIONRemove water pumpRefer to WATER PUMPSlide driveshaft up and out of gearcaseRemove the propeller shaft components and bearing housing from gearcaseDiscard bearing housing a-ring