1996 Johnson/Evinrude Outboards 25, 35 3-Cylinder Service Manual, Page 192Get this manual
Midsection Adjustments Steering Friction Adjustment
Adjust steering friction with motor mounted to boat by loosening or tightening screw with screwdriver, as shownSteering friction should be adjusted so that slight drag is felt when turningMinimum friction is required when remote steering is usedThe steering friction screw is not intended to allow "hands off" steering
Idle Speed Adjustment