1994 Johnson/Evinrude Outboards 40 thru 55 Service Manual, Page 193Get this manual
Midsection Adjustment40, 48, 50 Steering Friction Adjustment
rv The steering friction adjustment andpreset necessaryis at the factoryReadjust after 20 hours operation, when
"'" The steering friction should be adjusted so motor torque does not swing motorDo not overtighten for "hands off" steering, which could result in loss of controlWith motor mounted on boat, adjust steering friction by turning screwIdle Speed Adjustment
r:;J The idle speed adjusting knob is located on steering handleTurning knob clockwise increases idle speed; turning counterclockwise decreases idle speedThrottle Friction Adjustment
r:;] Throttle friction screw should be adjusted ONLY to the point that slight drag is felt when accelerating or deceleratingDO NOT overtighten
Minimum Trim Angle Adjustment The stern bracket has three positions for adjusting motor's minimum trim angleThe motor is shipped with tilt pin in secofld holeThis will be the best position for most boatsOn some boats it may be advisable to limit the amount of trim "IN" that can be usedThis may be due to large transom angle, the boat loading, or other reasonsIf it is necessary to limit the trim angle, then: Place motor in full tilt position and engage trailering lock Remove locknut Move tilt pin to next holeInstall and tighten locknut to torque of 20-25 ftIbs(27-34 Nm)