2004 SR Johnson 2-stroke 40, 50HP Service Manual, Page 249Get this manual
GEARCASE BEARING AND SEAL REMOVAL
Driveshaft Bearing Housing
The driveshaft bearing is not serviceableReplace the bearing housing if the bearing is worn or damagedAlso, inspect the driveshaft bearing surface if the bearing is damagedUsing punch and mallet, drive the seal out of the housingDiscard the seal
Propeller Shaft Bearing Housing
Inspect the bearings in placeIf bearing is removed for any reason, it must be replaced To remove propeller shaft seal and bearings, use Bearing Puller, PIN 432130, attached to either Slide Hammer, PIN 432128, or Puller Bridge, PIN 432127Thoroughly clean the housing in solvent