1991 Johnson/Evinrude Models "EI" 40 thru 55 Service Manual, Page 190Get this manual
Midsection Adjustment45, 55 Steering Friction Adjustment
rv Adjust the steering frictionthe adjustment mounted Adjust the with motor to boat by loosening or tightening handlesteering friction until slight drag is felt when turning
i operation is maintained with minimum of operator effortDo not overtighten to allow for "hands off" steering which could result in loss of controlIdle Speed Adjustment