2000 Johnson/Evinrude SS 2 thru 8 outboards Service Manual, Page 209Get this manual
Steering Handle Servicing6, 8 Removal
1To avoid accidental starting of engine while servicing, twist and remove all spark plug leads
[] 2Remove the screw that retains the throttle cable connector to the powerhead
3Remove throttle arm screw and remove throttle end from 4Remove the stop button ground lead from the powerhead
5Separate the 5-pin Amphenol connectorRemove blackl yellow wire from plug6Thread the pivot connector off the throttle cable