1969 Evinrude 40 HP Big Twin, Lark Service Repair Manual P/N 4596, Page 70Get this manual
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iRemove upper gearcase bearing, using bearing remover (Special Tool #309916) Drive propeller shaft oil seal out of the housing, using punchRemove "0" ring DISASSEMBLY OF ELECTRIC SHIFT GEARCASE