2004 SR Johnson 2 Stroke 9.9, 15, 25, 30 HP Outboards Service Manual, Page 262Get this manual
GEARCASE REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
9.915 MODELS
Remove six screws attaching gearcase to exhaust housing
IMPORTANT: Remove any paint from the upper shift rod before disassembling the shift rod connectorsDisengage the shift rods using two open-end wrenches
Separate gearcase and exhaust housing to expose the shift rod connectorRemove the upper connector screw
Remove and discard the upper plastic keeperRemove the upper connector1Upper screw, shift rod connector