2003 Johnson ST 55 HP WRL 2 Stroke Commercial Service Manual, PN 5005483, Page 167Get this manual
MIDSECTION STERN BRACKET Install new upper and lower seals in the swivel bracket with lips of seals facing away from the bracketSlide the upper thrust washer on the pivot shaftSlide the pivot shaft through the swivel bracketring on the pivot shaft with sharp edge of ring facing out
Lubricate the swivel bracket through the four lubrication fittings with Tripe-Guard grease1Upper thrust washer COA2956
Thoroughly clean splines of the pivot shaft and the lower mount bracketSpray the splines with Locquic PrimerApply Nut Lock evenly to all pivot shaft spline teethPlace the lower thrust washer in the lower mount bracket
Slide the steering arm seal onto the steering arm with the word 'TOP" facing upPosition the upper rubber mount, the upper mount washers, and the retaining washers on the steering arm with the word "UP" on the mount facing upBe sure to place the ground lead between the mount (starboard side) and the steering armInstall and tighten the mount retaining screws to torque of 24 to 26 ftIbs(32 to 35 Nm)