1998 Johnson Evinrude "EC" 40 thru 55 2-Cylinder Service Manual, P/N 520206, Page 252Get this manual
Shift Cable AdjustmentRemote Control Models
!1 The shift cable must be adjusted correctly or water pressure
from forward boat travel could move the gate into REVERSE, causing the boat to stop abruptlyOccupants could be thrown about or ejected
[!Q] 1Pull up on shift cam until cam roller is at the far end of
the -FORWARD detent range
2Shift remote control to FORWARD positionTemporarily push cable guide onto shift cam stud Pull firmly on cable casing to remove free playAdjust cable trunnion to align with trunnion anchor bracket Pull cable off stud3Insert cable trunnion in anchor bracket and turn 90 to lock trunnion in place4Push cable guide onto studInstall washer and hand tighten locknut
5Shift remote control to NEUTRALThe cam roller should snap into NEUTRAL detent CD when you pull up on the reverse gate with moderate pressure