1978 Johnson 55 HP Outboards Service Manual, Page 120Get this manual
cApply OMC Multi-Purpose Grease to connector area shown in Figure 8-23Align arrows on motor and instrument cable connectors and push connectors firmly togetherSecure the connection with spring clip and snap the clip into retainers on exhaust coverSecure cable in clamps on exhaust coverSee Figure 8-2dConnect negative (black) battery lead to ground terminalSee Figure 8- 22eInsert electrical cable into opening in lower motor cover and clampPosition clamp in lower motor cover and secure with two screwsNotice that instrument cable has two locating bandsMake sure clamp is located on proper bandSee Figure 8-24l;il!,IIU NOTE Tighten all connections securely since loose connections can damage the electrical system 2 CYLINDER