1997 Johnsoon Evinrude "EU" 50 thru 70 3-Cylinder Service Manual, P/N 507266, Page 179Get this manual
Exhaust Housing Servicing
Removal 1Remove the powerhead as described in Section 42Remove the gearcase as described in Section 6
rn 3Remove the two screwslower enginelocationsupport cover brackets to exhaust housing adapterNote the of the
washer for correct reassemblyRemove the lower engine cover4Remove steering arm shield
rn 5If equipped,armRemove two steering bracket assemblyremove the nuts and screws, steering bracket to steering the
& Manual tilt models have tilt assist shock absorber which
exerts considerable upward pressureRemoving the exhaust housing while it's in the down position could allow sudden release of parts which could cause serious injuryPlace motor in tilt position to relieve pressure6Remove the four screwsmount bracket to lower mounts7While holding the exhaust housing, remove the three upper mount to adapter screws Remove the exhaust housing