1998 Johnson Evinrude "EC" 40 thru 55 2-Cylinder Service Manual, P/N 520206, Page 118Get this manual
Ignition Plate ServicingAmp Removal
&1To avoid accidental starting of engine while servicing, twist and remove all spark plug leads2If equipped, remove the manual starterSee Section 73Remove the flywheelRefer to Flywheel Servicing
4Loosen the five screws attaching the ignition plate to the retainer plateLift the ignition plate from the powerhead
5Remove the four support plate screws Lift the retainer and support plate from the powerhead
Installation 1Place the retainer plate, then the support plate on the powerheadAlign support plate with four screw holes in powerheadApply OMC Nut Lock to threads of thefour support plate screws Insta" and tighten the screws to torque of 48-60 inIbs(5-7 Nm)