2003 ST 4 Stroke 9.9/15HP Johnson outboards Service Manual, Page 186Get this manual

LOWER UNIT REASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION CLUTCH ADJUSTMENT Connect clutch rod and shift rod as shown
IACAUTION I
Make sure that the chamfered edge of the turnbuckle faces upward to seat against the upper nut when tightened

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