1992 Johnson/Evinrude EN 2.3 thru 8 outboards Service Manual, Page 246Get this manual
Manual Starter ServicingDeluxe Removal
i twist and remove all spark plug leads
'" 1To avoid accidental starting of engine while servicing,
2Pull the starter rope out far enough to tie slip knot in the rope behind starter handleUntie knot in end of rope and remove the handle and rubber bumper
3Release the slip knot while holding the pulley, and allow the starter spring to slowly unwind
f2l 4Grasp the end ofthe starter spring and pull spring out as far
as it will goThis will relieve spring tension