1997 "EU" Johnson Evinrude 5 thru 15 Four Stroke Service Repair Manual, P/N 507262, Page 271Get this manual
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11 Remove the shifter spring and the clutch dog from the propeller shaft [J1]
15 Remove the pinion, two thrust washers, and thrust bearing16 Inspect the forward bearing race in placeIf necessary