2003 Johnson ST 55 HP WRL 2 Stroke Commercial Service Manual, PN 5005483, Page 191Get this manual
GEARCASE BEARING AND SEAL INSTALLATION
Propeller Shaft Bearing Housing
Bearing Installation
Oil, then install new bearings in bearing housingPlace the lettered end of the bearing case on the bearing installer, PIN 326562, then press the bearing into the housing until the tool seatsWhen installed, the lettered end of the bearing should be visible
Rear Seal Installation
Install new seals back to back in bearing housing using Seal Installer, PIN 326551Apply Gasket Sealing Compound to metal casings of the seals before installingInstall inner seal with lip facing toward the bearing housing, then outer seal with lip facing away from the bearing housingApply Triple-Guard grease to seal lips