1987 Johnson/Evinrude CU Outboards 35A thru 55 Service Manual, Page 302Get this manual
& General Safety Warnings Before returning motor to owner, make sure: Manual release screw is tightened clockwise until it stopsThis activates the motor shock absorption protection and reverse thrust capabilityAngle adjustment rod is in placeThis will prevent possible loss of boat control shou Id the motor trim "1 N" too farService Specifications