2008 Evinrude E-TEC 55MFE Technical Manual, Page 200Get this manual
POWERHEAD POWERHEAD ASSEMBLY Lubricate upper main bearing with outboard lubricant and install on crankshaft
Pistons and Connecting Rods
IMPORTANT: It is very important that the pistons in this engine are installed in the correct location and directionNew pistons are stamped "EXH This marking should be turned toward the exhaust side of the blockThe splash bowl on the dome of the piston will be located toward the flywheel and opposite the exhaust port
1Upper main bearing
Pack lip of upper oil seal with Moly LubePlace seal on crankshaft with lip toward driveshaft and enclosed face toward flywheelDo not apply sealer to outside edge of the seal1Exhaust side of block 2Stamped markings 3Splash bowl 002049