1988-1995 Mercury Force 5HP Outboards Service Manual, 90-823263 793, Page 187Get this manual
EREASSEMBLING WATER PUMP NO TE: If water pump kit is used, proceed to step
21Install shift rod seal in water pump with metal capped end up
NOTE: Top of seal must be flush to 0.010 in(0.25 mm) below chamfer in seal bore Use seal installer (Special Tool NoFT-8957)