1998 Johnson Evinrude "EC" 9.9 thru 30 HP 2-Cylinder Outboards Service Manual, Page 166Get this manual
[]] III 10Remove the shift lever, and insert paper clip into plunger
11Remove the pin and washer from the actuator cam linkDisengage the link from the shift actuator cam12Remove the ground lead from the powerhead
13Using OMC Special V2 inBox Wrench, PIN 322700, remove port 18 and starboard powerhead retaining nuts with washers
14Remove the four screws retaining the powerhead to the exhaust housing15The powerhead now can be removedIt may be necessary to rock the powerhead sideways to break the gasket loose