1992 Johnson Evinrude "EN" 9.9 thru 30 Service Manual, P/N 508142, Page 278Get this manual
f41 1Clamp the starter in vise locating the mounting screw between the vise jawsEngage the rewind spring loop with screwdriver or pliersPull the rewind spring out of the cup until the spring is fully unwound2Remove the starter from the viseRemove the nut, mounting screw, and washer from the starter Isl f6l 3cup
Remove the pinion, pinion springpulleyrewind springspring retainerand cup washer from the
4Remove the starter rope from the pulleyCleaning and Inspection 1Wash components in solvent and dry with compressed air2Inspect the rewind spring for broken end loops and weak tension3Inspect the starter components for wearReplace as necessary4Inspect starter ropeReplace rope if frayedCut new rope to 65 in (165 cm) lengthFuse ends of rope to length of 112 in(12 mm)Assembly
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