1976 Johnson 4HP 4R76, 4W76 Outboards Service Manual, Page 56Get this manual
RE-WIND SPRING 53054
Figure 7-7Installing Rope in Pulley cInsert washer in cup and pulley assemblyHook end loop of starter spring to pulley roll pinSee Figure 7-5Position pulley and spring in cup and stop assembly with spring extending out through slot in cup See Figure 7-8dAssemble idler gear with shoulder against idler gear armInstall idler gear arm, and spring to pulley and cupBe sure to position stop on idler gear shaft between the two stops on the cup and stop assemblySee Figure 7-9Avoid turning pulley and disengaging end of springSLOT IN CUP
Figure 7-5Position of Spring in Pulley
CLEANING, INSPECTION, AND REPAIR
a Wash all parts except rope in solvent such as Solvasol and dry with compressed airbRemove any traces of corrosion and wipe metal parts with an oil dampened clothcInspect starter spring end loopsif weak, corroded or crackedReplace spring Cut new