1998 Johnson Evinrude "EC" 9.9 thru 30 HP 2-Cylinder Outboards Service Manual, Page 227Get this manual
Gearcase Servicing9.915 Removal
1To avoid accidental starting of engine while servicing, twist and remove all spark plug leads
2Remove six screws attaching gearcase to exhaust hous-
rn 3Separate gearcase and exhaustconnector to expose the housing shift rod connectorRemove the upper screw4Remove gearcase and place in suitable holding fixtureDisassembly 1Remove propeller from gearcase