1997 Johnson Evinrude "EU" 40 thru 55 2-Cylinder Service Repair Manual, P/N 507265, Page 235Get this manual
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54 16 Apply OMC Gasket Sealing Compound to the threads of the shift rod cover screwsInstall the screwsTighten the screws to 60-84 inIbs(7-9 Nm)54 17 On standard shaft modelsPlace the gea rcase cover s