2005 SO Johnson 4 Stroke 9.9-15HP Outboards Service Manual, Page 33Get this manual
INSTALLATION AND PRE DELIVERY OUTBOARD INSTALLATION
Drag link
Connect drag link to the steering cable with washers and safety nutTighten the nut to 84 inIbs(10 N'm), then back the nut off 18 turn
Outboard Mounting
Fastening the Outboard to the Transom
WARNING
The outboard must be correctly installedFailure to correctly install the outboard could result in serious injury, death, or property damage
IMPORTANT: Follow all directions carefullyThe outboard's warranty will not cover product damage or failure resulting from incorrect outboard installation1Drag link 2Steering cable 3Washers 4Safety nut
WARNING