1996 Johnson Evinrude "ED" Electric Outboards Service Manual, P/N 507119, Page 91Get this manual
1 Steering Housing ServiceFoot Control Models, Except HBF2
Disassembly
rn 1Remove the four screws retaining the cover
2Standard ModelsDisconnect all wires in the standard steering housingDisconnect all wires in the P.W.M
rn 3P.W.MModels steering housing
4Tilt foot pedal back to extend the steering cable5Lift steering gear off of pinion and remove the washer from the pivot post6Unthread the steering gear from the steering cable