1989 Johnson Evinrude "CE" 9.9 thru 30 Service Manual, P/N 507754, Page 214Get this manual
Midsection Adjustments20 thru 30 Steering Friction Adjustment
Adjust.steerinQ frictiC!n with mounted to by loosemng or tlghtemng screw with screwdriver as shown Steering friction should be adjusted so that slight drag is felt when turningMinimum friction is required when remote steering is used The steering friction screw is not intended tQ allowhands off" steering
Idle Speed Adjustment
f3l The idle speed knob is located on the steering handle Turning
clockwise on the knob increases idle speed, turning counterclockwise decreases idle speedMake certain that throttle is in slow position and the motor is at normal operating temperature before making the idle speed adjustmentMotor should idle at recommended rpm in gear