1998 Johnson Evinrude EC 5 thru 15 HP Four Stroke Service Manual, Page 242Get this manual
Steering Handle Servicethru 9.9 (211cc) Removal
1To avoid accidental starting of engine while servicing, twist and remove all spark plug leads2Remove manual starter as described in Section 7, and lower engine covers as described in Section 4
3Remove tie strap and connector retainer and disconnect Amphenol connectorsRemove stop button black ire from connector using CIVIC Pin Removal Tool, PIN 3226984Remove bottom screw, with lock washer, from power pack and remove ground (black) wire