2003 Johnson ST 6/8 HP 4 Stroke Outboards Service Manual, PN 5005471, Page 153Get this manual
POWERHEAD ASSEMBLYHP IMPORTANT: Use this illustration for proper piston ring placementBe sure socket DOES NOT contact locating pin for thrust bushing 1Scraper ring gaps 2Middle compression ring gap 3Segmented ring gap 4Top compression ring gap
Cylinder Block and Crankcase
Support bottom block mating flangeLubricate new bearing with oil and install in block with bearing tab aligning with slotPress bearing in halfway using Bearing Installer, PIN 115311
Lubricate new bearing with oil and install in cover with bearing tab aligning with slotPress bearing in using Bearing Installer, PIN 115311, until tool makes contact with cover