1994 Johnson/Evinrude Outboards 40 thru 55 Service Manual, Page 53Get this manual
Remote Control Cable InstallationEngine cables are disconnected at batteryControl Cable Identification f111Put the control handle into NEUTRAL positionThe throttle cable casing guide will retract completely and the shift cable casing guide will go to the midpoint of its travelf112As you move the control handle into FORWARD, the shift cable casing guide must retract and the throttle cable casing guide must begin to extend3As you move the control handle into REVERSE, both casing guides must extend4Identify each control cable for proper installation'" To prevent accidental starting of engine, verify that battery ro)
i before continuing with installationThrottle Cable
'" Control cable identification and function must be correct
1Remove the rubber grommet from front of lower engine coverRemove cable retainerApply liberal amount of OMC TripleGuard grease to both anchor block pockets