2004 SR Johnson 2-stroke 40, 50HP Service Manual, Page 216Get this manual
MIDSECTION EXHAUST HOUSING Shift rod grommet
Installation
Bring the exhaust housing into position with the stern bracketApply Nut Lock to threads of the upper mount screwsInstall the screws and place ground lead under the center screwTorque screws to 18 to 20 ftIbs(24 to 27 Nm)
Apply Gel-Seal I to the top flange of the outer exhaust housing