1990 Johnson Evinrude "ES" 9.9 thru 30 Service Manual, P/N 507871, Page 192Get this manual
Steering Handle Servicing9.9, 15 Removal
p1To avoid accidental starting of engine while servicing,
twist and remove all spark plug leads
2Remove the air silencer and manual starter assembly
L!.J linkage ballRemove the ball socket from the cable
3Disconnect the throttle cable ball socket from the throttle Remove the throttle cable retainer from the lower engine