2004 SR Johnson 2 Stroke 9.9, 15, 25, 30 HP Outboards Service Manual, Page 272Get this manual
GEAR CASE DISASSEMBLY2530 Remove the two propeller shaft bearing housing screws
WARNING
Wear safety glasses and proceed with care to avoid unsnapping the ring from the pliersRemove the retaining ring using Retaining Ring Pliers, PIN 331045The retaining ring is under extreme pressure during removal and installationAfter the retaining ring is removed far enough from the gearcase to clear the housingrelease the pliers while retaining ring is still around the propeller shaftCOB3047
Assemble the following components from Universal Puller Set, PIN 378103Remove the propeller shaft bearing housing from the gearcaseRetaining ring