1998 Johnson Evinrude "EC" 25, 35 HP 3-Cylinder Outboards Service Manual, Page 181Get this manual
Midsection Adjustments Steering Friction Adjustment
rn &Adjust steering friction with motor mounted as boat by with to loosening or tightening screw screwdriver, shownSteering friction should be adjusted so that slight drag is felt when turningMinimum friction is required when remote steering is usedThe steering friction screw is not intended to allow "hands off" steeringIdle Speed Adjustment