1996 Johnson/Evinrude Outboards 8 thru 15 Four-Stroke Service Manual, Page 48Get this manual
Electrical Cable
& Disconnect
battery cables from battery before servlcmg electrical systemsFailure to do so could result in injury from ignition sources (sparks) or from contact with moving parts if accidental cranking or starting occursProvide sufficient slack at motor end to permit steering and tilting of motor without binding cables1Route instrument harness into lower motor coverPosition harness so it will not interfere with the upper motor cover when installedRoute harness to position where the connectors can be attached
2Install protective plug (supplied with engine) on power trimtilt 3-pin connector3Before installing connections, check that the seal is in placeClean off any dirt from connectorsApply light coat of CMC Electrical Grease to the sealPush connectors together until latched