1998 Johnson Evinrude EC 5 thru 15 HP Four Stroke Service Manual, Page 52Get this manual
Electrical Cable Disconnect battery cables from battery before servlcmg electrical systemsFailure to do so could result in injury from ignition sources (sparks) or from contact with moving parts if accidental cranking or starting occurs In
Provide sufficient slack at motor end to permit steering and tilting of motor without binding cables
OJ 1Route instrument harness into lower motor coverPosition
harness so it will not interfere with the upper motor cover when installedRoute harness to position where the connectors can be attached
OJ 2Install protective plug (supplied with engine) on power