1992 Johnson Evinrude "EN" 40 thru 55 Service Manual, P/N 508143, Page 209Get this manual
Gearcase Servicing40, 48, 50 Removal
ill twist and remove all spark plug leads
'" 1To avoid accidental starting of engine while servicing,
[II 2Remove the shift rod screw 3Using screw 5 8
inthin wall socket, remove the countersunk
4Remove the four gearcase screws 5Remove the gearcase from the exhaust housing, being careful not to bend the shift rod