Mercury Mariner 200, 225 Optimax Outboards Service Manual, 90-855348, Page 385Get this manual
4Verify the "V" shaped tab aligns with the "V" notch in bearing carrier IMPORTANT: Before torquing bearing carrier retainer, gear case must be bolted to drive shaft housing or securely fastened in gear case holding fixture to avoid possible damage to gear housing6Torque the bearing carrier retainer to 210 lbft(285.0 Nm)If one tab does not align up in space between two of the notches, continue to tighten retainer until alignment is achievedDO NOT loosen retainer to achieve alignmenta
70714Tab Washer"V" Tab 23355Bearing Carrier Retainer Wrench (91-61069)