2000 Johnson/Evinrude SS 2 thru 8 outboards Service Manual, Page 174Get this manual
Powerhead Servicing6, 8 Removal
1To avoid accidental starting of engine while servicing, twist and remove spark plugs leads2Remove fuel system components as described in Section 23Remove manual starter as described in Section 74Remove ignition components as described in Section 3&
6Remove two inner screws connecting lower cover halvesDisconnect choke linkage7Remove outer screw connecting cover halves8Remove two front plate to lower cover screws