1999 "EE" Evinrude 70HP 4-Stroke Service Manual, P/N 787023, Page 153Get this manual
Gearcase Servicing Removal
1Disconnect battery cables at battery to prevent accidental starting
2Shift gearcase to NEUTRALRemove shift rod clevis clip and pin3Mark trim tab and gearcase so tab can be returned to the same positionRemove trim tab I