1978 Johnson 175, 200, 235 HP Outboard Service Manual, Page 168Get this manual
It is located in the area of the motor temperature
warning hornSee Figure 8-12See tachometer kit for instructions on connecting tachometerPower for any electrical accessories other than tachometer must be made directly at the battery terminals
dApply OMC Multi-Purpose Grease to connector area shown in Figure 8-19Align arrows on motor and instrument cables and push connectors firmly togetherSecure the connection with spring clip and snap the clip into retainer on lower motor coverSee Figure 8-20
AnACHING ELECTRICAL CABLE AT MOTOR END
I!illI NOTE
Always disconnect battery cables when working on electrical connections
Route the electrical cable assembly to the stern of the boatIt should be neatly fastened in an out of the way placeFour clamps and screws are used for this purposeThe cable may be strung under the floorboards, if desired, since it resists possible damage by bilge waterProvide sufficient slack at motor end to permit steering and tilting of motor without binding