Chrysler 4 HP Outboard Motor Service Manual OB 2278, Page 38Get this manual
SECTION IX (Con't 4-2Installing Starter Spring and Cover
AIf new spring is being installed in cover position spring in retaining slot in cover (leaving retainer on spring)Carefully remove retainer so that spring does not jump out of coverSee figure 5BIf old spring is being installed, wind spring into tight coilHook spring in retaining slot of cover so that spring runs counter-clockwise from slotApply generous coat of grease (Special Tool T2961) to spring