1996 Johnson Evinrude "ED" 40 thru 55 2-Cylinder Service Manual, P/N 507124, Page 186Get this manual
Midsection Adjustments40RS, 40, 48, 50 Steering Friction Adjustment]The steering friction adjustment is preset at the factoryReadjust after 20 hours operation, and when necessary&
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 control
With motor mounted on boat, adjust steering friction by turning screwIdle Speed Adjustment
The idle speed adjusting knob is located on steering handleTurning knob clockwise increases idle speed; turning counterclockwise decreases idle speed
Throttle Friction Adjustment
rn aThrottle drag is screw should be adjusted ONLY to the point friction that slight felt when accelerating or deceleratingDO
NOT overtightenMinimum Trim Angle Adjustment
rn murr.stern angleThe motor ispositions for adjustingin motor's The bracket has three mini trim shipped with tilt pin second