1998 Johnson Evinrude EC 5 thru 15 HP Four Stroke Service Repair Manual P/N 520203, Page 274Get this manual
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10 Install the shift rod and rotate to engage rod with shift
11 Coat both sides of new gearcase cover gasket with Adhesive sealantInstall the gasket and coverApply Nut