1998 Mercury 9.9/15HP 4-stroke outboards factory service manual, Page 97Get this manual
CHARGINGSTARTING SYSTEM
6Lubricate bushing with one drop of SAE 10W oilDO NOT over-lubricate7Position armature into frame so that commutator end of armature is at end of frame where permanent magnets are recessed 1-116 in(27.0 mm)Align marks as shown
aBrush Retainer Tool b- Bushing 8Install commutator end cap onto starter frame; align marks as shown, and remove brush retainer tool9Install thru bolts and torque to 70 lbin(7.8 Nm)1-116 in(27.0 mm)