1994 Johnson/Evinrude "ER" CV 85 thru 115 outboards Service Manual, Page 188Get this manual
Adjustments85 TTL Steering Friction
r:jl Adjust steering friction with motor mounted to boat by simply
loosening or tightening handle providedSteering friction should be adjusted so that slight drag is felt when turningThis will allow smooth steering
i allow for "hands off" steering which could result in loss of
controlMotor Angle
'" Steering friction adjustment should not be overtightened to
t=J allow for transom angle and boat loadingThe vertical angle of
motor on boat must be adjusted for best performanceMotor should be perpendicular to water when boat is underwayThis adjustment can only be determined by observing boat at operating speedSet angle adjustment for your usual load Angle adjustment should be changed if boat loading results in improper motor anglePlaning type hull should ride with bow slightly out of water at full throttle