2003 Johnson ST 6/8 HP 4 Stroke Outboards Service Manual, PN 5005471, Page 189Get this manual
MIDSECTION STEERING HANDLE is positioned with the speed range and not 1800 outSnap the grip into placePlace the throttle cable into the inner handle and align the cover with the handleInstall the throttle control plate on outer handle
Be sure handle screw retainer is in proper position and place cover on handle
Place the throttle end cap into inner handleThe tab on the cap goes into the recess of the inner handle
Assembly- 8
Install the throttle cable seal in inner handleSnap the stop switch assembly with the throttle cable into the coverBe sure the protective sleeve covers the stop switch wires and throttle cablePush the throttle cable pin through the end of the throttle cable