2002/2003 Johnson SN/ST 2 Stroke 3.5, 6 8 HP Outboards Service Manual, PN 5005466, Page 39Get this manual
INSTALLATION AND PREDEUVERY OUTBOARD MOUNTING
OUTBOARD MOUNTING
WARNING
The outboard must be correctly installedFailure to correctly install the outboard could result in serious injury, death, or property damage
Use framing square to accurately place line on the transomThe centerline of the hull should be in line with the keel of the hull and perpendicular to the midpoint of the line connecting the port and starboard chines
IMPORTANT: Follow all directions carefullyThe outboard's warranty will not cover product damage or failure resulting from incorrect outboard installation
WARNING
1234Chine Strake Keel Hull centerline
Even if equipped with clamp screws, the outboard must be bolted to the boat to prevent it from "working off the transom" during operation
Fastening the Outboard to the Transom&
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