1992 Johnson Evinrude "EN" 40 thru 55 Service Manual, P/N 508143, Page 312Get this manual
Cable InstallationEngine i cables are disconnected at batteryThrottle Cable
1Remove the rubber grommet from front of lower engine coverRemove cable retainerApply liberal amount of OMC TripleGuard grease to both anchor block pockets
"'" To prevent accidental starting of engine, verify that battery
rv greasethrottle cable and lubricate with OMC Triple-Guard 2Extend
3Verify that the fast idle lever is down in the RUN position4While rotating the propeller shaft, move the remote control handle from NEUTRAL to the FORWARD detent and then halfway back to NEUTRALThis positions the control for proper throttle cable adjustmentFailure to follow this procedure exactly might cause accelerated wear of shift system components and high shifting effort
eng.ine lever screw IS against ItS stop