1999 EE Johnson Outboards 25, 35 3-Cylinder Service Manual, Page 29Get this manual
9If the engine is removed from boat, examine all hardware you loosened or removed from the motor and its steering, throttle, and shift systemReplace damaged or missing parts with genuine OIVIC parts, or equivalentThese fasteners are made of special materials to resist weakening and rusting Do not substitute these fasteners with nuts and bolts which look the sameUsing the wrong nuts and bolts may result in sudden unexpected loss of engine control&
10Inspect the entire boat steering system for damage due to corrosion, aging, lack of maintenance, or abuseInspect mechanical steering cables for deterioration or cracksInspect hydraulic steering models for fluid leaks or other external signs or problemsFollow equipment manufacturer's maintenance and lubrication recommendations when servicing the steering system11Remove battery and check its condition, water level, and charge Store in cool, dry place, out of direct sunlightCheck the water level and charge periodically during storage12If equipped, service the boat fuel filter following instructions on canisterClean and inspect the oil tank13Remove propeller and check for damageA slightly bent propeller blade can hardly be noticed but will affect the performance of the engineClean and lubricate the propeller shaft with OIVIC Triple-Guard grease14Drain and refill gearcase Lubricate engineSee Lubrication, this section 15Check engine carefullyMake sure screws and nuts are tightReplace damaged or worn parts