1996 Johnson/Evinrude Outboards 8 thru 15 Four-Stroke Service Manual, Page 144Get this manual
8Install overboard indicator, breather, and thermostat hoses to powerhead
9Install the filter and pick up hose on the powerhead and secure with tie strapInstallation
1Be sure mating surfaces of the powerhead and exhaust housing are clean and free of oil, grease, and foreign matterInstall new base gasket, bead facing exhaust housing, and install powerhead
INotel Be sure water seal O-ring and exhaust seal are in proper position with OMC Gasket Sealing Compound applied
2Apply OMC Nut Lock to powerhead retaining screws and torque to 15-17 ftIbs(20-23 Nm)3Attach shift rod to shift arm4If equipped with steering handle, attach handle and components as described in Section 55Install ignition components as described in Section 36Install fuel components as described in Section 27Install electrical components as described in Section 8