1996 Mercury Force 25 HP Service Manual 90-830894 895, Page 67Get this manual
IMPORTANT: The rod cap and rod must be aligned and held together when threading oiled boltCheck that mating surfaces are tight together after bolt enters threads in piston rod3 Crankcase Cover to BlockPlace rod cap over bearing cagesWhile holding cap to rod, insert slightly oiled bolts and lightly tighten while observing cap to rod alignment
Apply LOCTITE MASTER GASKET SEALANT to clean block surfaceInstructions in kit must be followed exactly
IMPORTANT: Extend sealer to edge on each center main journal to prevent blow-by between cylinders
Connecting Rod Cap AlignmentCheck each connecting rod for correct alignment by carefully running fingernails (or pencil) up and down edge of rod capIf not aligned, ridge can be seen or felt at the separating lineCorrect any misalignmentInstall end cap assembly (lubricate seal with 2-cycle engine oil) to blockApply RTV to end cap bolts (a)