2006 Johnson SD 30 HP 4 Stroke Outboards Service Manual, PN 5006592, Page 39Get this manual
INSTALLATION AND PREDELIVERY 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
Move the steering cable until hole of drag link aligns with the front threaded hole on the steering arm attachmentConnect the drag link to the attachment by tightening the screw with spacer and washersTighten screw to 24.5 ftIbs(34 Nm)Install safety nut and tighten to 24.5 ftIbs(34 Nm)