2008 Evinrude E-TEC 55MFE Technical Manual, Page 33Get this manual
INSTALLATION AND PREDELIVERY BOAT RIGGING Clamp Installation A constant stress should be applied to close the ear clampsThis method ensures positive stress on the hose and does not result in excessive compression or expansion of the band material
Clamp Removal
Method 1: Position Oetiker pincers across clamp ear and cut clamp
IMPORTANT: Use only Oetiker recommended
tools to close Oetiker stepless clampsOetiker pincers, PN 350860, are available in the EvinrudeJohnson Genuine Parts and Accessories Catalog