1991 Johnson/Evinrude Models "EI" 40 thru 55 Service Manual, Page 255Get this manual
23 17Apply OMC Triple-Guard grease or Lubriplate 777 to the handle end of the starter ropeUsing OMC Starter Rope Threading Tool PI 378774, thread the starter rope through the handlePress the starter rope into the channel of the rope anchor, with end of starter rope butting firmly against end of channelPress the anchor into the handle 18Check operation of the starter pawl when the starter rope is pulled outThe starter pawl should extend when the starter rope is pulled and retract when the starter rope recoils12Jil 19Install the starter lockout leverlockout lever springand washer to the starter housing using the shoulder screwTighten the shoulder screw securelyInstallation 1Position the starter assembly onto the motorPlace the lifting ring on the rear screw mounting bossInstall the five starter housing retaining screwsBe sure to place washers between the starter housing rubber mounts and the motorTighten the three starter housing screws to torque of 120-144 inIbs(14-16 Nm)COA1371 COA1373