1988 Johnson/Evinrude "CC" 40 thru 55 Models Service Manual, Page 286Get this manual
Remote Control Servicing
Disassembly '" 1Disconnect battery cables before servicing electrical
ill systemsFailure to do so could result in injury from ignition
sources (sparks) or from contact with moving parts if accidental cranking or starting occurs
2To remove control handle, loosen Allen head screw three complete turns
3Support control on blocks to allow the control handle to be driven off the controlPlace small punch in head of Allen head screw and tap with plastic hammer to disengage the oontrol handle splines from the hub splinesRemove the Allen head screw and the control handle4Removethree screws halves apart