1997 Johnson Evinrude "EU" Electric Outboards Service Manual, P/N 507260, Page 127Get this manual
Resistor and Adapter Replacement, or Motor Tube ReplacementHBF2 Models Removal
1Disconnect wires and remove steering housing as described in Section 32Remove adapter-to-motor-tube set screw
rn &thread locking compoundTo avoid injury, use insulated 3Heat threaded area evenly with propane torch to soften
gloves when handling warm adapter housing
rn 4Turn motor assembly counterclockwise to separate adapter from motor tubeInstallation