1996 Johnson/Evinrude Outboards 8 thru 15 Four-Stroke Service Manual, Page 232Get this manual
[] 5Remove the retaining ringpawl, and links rn 6Remove the retaining ring from the spindle screw[!Q]
7Remove spindle screw from the housing8Remove pulley from housing To service rope, tie knot and route rope in pulley as shownWrap rope around pulley in counterclockwise direction
9To service rewind spring, turn housing overright side upJar the housing against bench to dislodge spring Cleaning and Inspection
1Wash metal components in solvent and dry with compressed air2Inspect the rewind spring for cracked or broken end loops3Examine the pawl for wear, and inspect the links4Remove starter rope from pulleyInspect rope and replace if frayed Cut new rope 59 in(150 cm) longFuse 112 in (12 mm) of both ends and pull through towel to make threading rope through holes easier5Examine the pulley and the starter housingLook for sharp edges and rough surfaces that could fray the starter rope File and polish to remove6Examine starter lockout partsReplace any worn or damaged parts