1998 Johnson Evinrude EC 50 thru 70 HP 3-Cylinder Service Manual, Page 150Get this manual
Powerhead Servicing Removal To avoid accidental starting of the engine while servicing, twist and remove all spark plug leadsOn electric start models, disconnect the battery cables at the battery1Rope Start Modelsremove the starter assemblyRefer to Section 72Remove three screws and remove the starter ratchet
rncable from the shift levercable clamp and disconnect 3Remove the starter lockout the
4Tiller Modelsremove the throttle cable pivot cable bracket 5Disconnect the shift lever
6Remove the stop switch ground lead and remove the stop switch lead from cavity "E" of the stator 5-pin Amphenol connectorUse OMC Pin Remover, PIN 322698, and isopropyl alcohol