2000 Johnson/Evinrude SS 2 thru 8 outboards Service Manual, Page 148Get this manual
Overheat InspectionAll Models If the engine has overheated, the following items should be checked for damage1Check the water cover and exhaust cover gaskets for leakage2Remove the cylinder head3Inspect the pistons, rings, and cylinders for damage4Inspect the cylinder block and cylinder head for warpage 26070
5Check the water passages for damage or missing water deflectors (4 models)