1996 Johnson/Evinrude Outboards 8 thru 15 Four-Stroke Service Manual, Page 145Get this manual
12Install screw in lower engine cover, near starboard side, and torque to 50-60 inIbs(6-7 Nm)Install water indicator hose13Install five screws in the sides of the lower engine cover and torque to 50-60 inIbs(6-7 Nm)14Install two screws in the top of the lower engine cover and torque to 50-60 inIbs(6-7 Nm)15Install choke cable in lower engine cover and secure with nut