1996 Johnson Evinrude "ED" 40 thru 55 2-Cylinder Service Manual, P/N 507124, Page 55Get this manual
INote If there are not enough threads on the shift cable to allow the adjustment in Step 12, or if the gearcase detent does not correspond with remote control NEUTRAL in Step 11, refer to Section for shift rod height adjustment
INote When
installing ClVIC Accessory Controls, except for prewired surface mount, the shift cable must be adjusted and installed when the control and engine are in NEUTRAL13Slip rubber grommet onto control cables and press grommet into groove in lower engine cover
14Inspect installation to ensure that the control cables are attached to the proper engine levers by lifting the fast idle lever to the START positionIf correctly attached, the throttle cable and engine throttle lever will moveElectrical Cables
Disconnect battery cables from battery before servlcmg electrical systemsFailure to do so could result in injury from ignition sources (sparks) or from contact with moving parts if accidental cranking or starting occursProvide sufficient slack at motor end to permit steering and tilting of motor without binding cables