2003 Johnson ST 6/8 HP 4 Stroke Outboards Service Manual, PN 5005471, Page 121Get this manual
POWERHEAD REMOVALHP
REMOVALHP
WARNING
To prevent accidental starting while servicing, twist and remove all spark plug leadsRemove the manual starterRefer to MANUAL STARTER sectionDisengage choke knob from the carburetor choke link
1Rear cover screw
Remove the screw from the front port side of the lower cover
Remove the two screws from the top of the lower engine cover