1998 Johnson Evinrude EC 50 thru 70 HP 3-Cylinder Service Manual, Page 194Get this manual
10Install the starboard locknutReplace locknut if definite resistance is not felt
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11Torque starboard tilt tube nut to 50-54 ftIbs(68-73 Nm), then loosen nut Va to 14 turn12Install the tilt cam and collar on the tilt tube13Install the steering shaft and thrust washer
14Install the steering shaft keeperApply O'IC Locquic Primer and O'IC Nut Lock to the splines of the steering shaft and lower mount bracket