1996 Johnson Evinrude "ED" Electric Outboards Service Manual, P/N 507119, Page 158Get this manual
rnpin under pin through bow arm, assembling hook, and spring 4Press bow armon [[] 5Thread rope through latch and tie overhand knot in rope end[]] 6Secure rope end to rope with tie strapLatch Plate Service
[]] 1Remove latch plate screwsRemove latch plate and any shims
2Apply OMC Screw Lock to latch plate screws and installTorque screws to 30-35 inIbs(3,4-4,0 Nm)3If clearance between hook and latch plate is greater than 0.005 in(0,2 mm), install shims as required to reduce clearance to 0.005 inor lessBracket, Links, and Motor Rest Service