1988 Johnson Evinrude CC 60 thru 75 outboards Service Manual, Page 303Get this manual
Cable InstallationEngine ill cables are disconnected at batteryThrottle Cable 1Remove the rubber grommet from front of lower engine coverRemove cable retainerApply liberal amount of OMC Triple-Guard grease to both anchor block pocketsr:jl2Extend throttle cable and lubricate with OMC Triple-Guard grease3Verify that the fast idle lever is down in the RUN position4Move the remote control handle from NEUTRAL to the FORWARD detent and then halfway back to NEUTRALThis positions the control for proper throttle cable adjustment'" To prevent accidental starting of engine, verify that battery
INotel Failure to follow this procedure exactly might cause accelerated wear of shift system components and high shifting effort5Move engine throttle lever tightly against idle stop screw