2000 Johnson/Evinrude SS 2 thru 8 outboards Service Manual, Page 225Get this manual
Gearcase Servicing4
Removal
1Remove the lower engine coverTo avoid accidental starting of engine while servicing, twist and remove spark plug leads
2Remove the propeller and attaching hardware
3Drain the gearcase by removing the oil level filldrain plugsRemove the oil level plug first