2004 SR Johnson 2-stroke 40, 50HP Service Manual, Page 220Get this manual
MIDSECTION TOUCH-TRIM (TILT ASSIST CYLINDER)
TOUCH-TRIM (TILT ASSIST CYLINDER)
40R, 40RL MODELS
IMPORTANT: The Touch-Trim unit must only be
serviced as complete assemblyNo detail parts are availableTo avoid personal injury do not attempt to service or disassemble any part of the hydraulic unitThe internal components and fluid are under high pressure
Pull cable up and disconnect ball from slide valve socket2
123Nut Valve body Cable, ball end
Cable Replacement
Raise outboard to full tilt position and engage tilt supportLower outboard until tilt support rests on stern bracketsRemove Touch- Trim cable from holder and gently pry cable end from lever ball