1998 Johnson Evinrude EC 5 thru 15 HP Four Stroke Service Manual, Page 55Get this manual
Electrical Cable
In 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 occursProvide sufficient slack at motor end to permit steering and tilting of motor without binding cables
1Route instrument harness into lower motor coverPosition harness so it will not interfere with the upper motor cover when installed Route harness to position where the connectors can be attached