1989 Johnson Evinrude "CE" 9.9 thru 30 Service Manual, P/N 507754, Page 48Get this manual
Electric start modelsTiming mark CD must align with appropriate mark on the ELEC CD flywheel grid Rope start modelsTiming mark Q) must align with appropriate mark on the CD flywheel grid Maximum Spark Advance 20 thru 30
f61 J3Toadjust, stop the engine .toprevent contact with E.I E.J ill rotatmg partsLoosen the timing adjustment screw nut Turn the adjustment screw CD in or out as necessary to
correct the timingOne turn clockwise retards timing about one turn counterclockwise advances timing about 104Tighten the nut and recheck the timing adjustmentIdle Speed ;
1The boat must be in the water, under normal operating conditions with the correct propeller installedThe boat's movement must be unrestrainedThe boat must not be tied to dock or trailer