1998 Johnson Evinrude "EC" Accessories Service Manual, P/N 520213, Page 36Get this manual
1 Remote ControlDisassembly
1Disconnect battery cables at the battery before servicing electrical systems, or risk injury from:
burns or fire caused by shorted positive battery cable contact with moving parts if the engine is accidentally cranked or started
2Remove the three mounting screws that attach remote control to mounting plate3Remove the remote control from the boat with cables still attached4Remove throttle and shift cables from controlTemporarily, put handle on control and shift control to NEUTRAL for disassemblyRemove handle