1999 "EE" Evinrude 5 thru 15 4-Stroke Service Manual, P/N 787022, Page 131Get this manual
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20Remove two screws retammg the thermostat coverRemove cover and discard gasket21 Remove and inspect thermostat assembly22If necessary, remove the lifting bracket23If necessary, remove the shift linkage retaining screwsRemove linkage
Cylinder Block and Crankcase
1Remove ten crankcase-to-cylinder block screws