2003 ST 4 Stroke 9.9/15HP Johnson outboards Service Manual, Page 79Get this manual

IGNITION AND ELECTRICAL STARTER MOTOR
Disassembly
Remove: Stopper ring CD Pinion stopper (2) Spring Pinion

Wear safety glasses when disassembling and assembling stopper ring
NOTE: Using screwdriver, pry off the stopper ring

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