1996 Johnson Evinrude "ED" Electric Outboards Service Manual, P/N 507119, Page 26Get this manual
Motor Tube Clamp Screw Adjustment
Transom Mount ModelsThe motor tube clamp screw also controls the steering frictionAdjust for desired steering frictionHand Control, Bow Mount ModelsAdjust the motor tube clamp screw so the motor tube can move up and down freely
Foot Control ModelsThe motor tube clamp screw controls the motor height and must always be tightControl Housing AdjustmentBow Mount Hand Control Models
The control housing can be adjusted for your customary operating positionLoosen both set screws in collarTurn the control housing up to one-half turn (180) in either direction to change the position of the control housing relative to the motorTighten set screws securelyMotor StorageBow Mount Models