1991 Johnson/Evinrude Models "EI" 40 thru 55 Service Manual, Page 178Get this manual

1991 Johnson/Evinrude Models "EI" 40 thru 55 Service Manual, Page 178

Assembly

71 1Assemble the tie bar to the stern bracketsIf equipped, place
the ground lead and star washer between the port stern bracket and tie bar2Lubricate the swivel bracket bushings with OMC Triple-Guard greasePlace the bushings in the swivel bracketf811g1 3Position the swivel bracket between the stern bracketsPlace thrust washer between each of the stern brackets and the swivel bracket4Install the tilt tubeTighten the tilt tube nuts to 40-45 ftIbs(54-60 Nm), then back off one nut turnf101 5Apply OMC Nut Lock to threads of the upper mount to steering arm screwsInstall the mount and tighten the screws to 24-26 ftIbs(32-35 Nm)Be sure to place the ground lead under the port screw