2008 Evinrude E-TEC 55MFE Technical Manual, Page 158Get this manual
FUEL SYSTEM FUEL COMPONENT SERVICING Inspection Inspect the leaf plate assemblies for damage or contamination: Leaf plates must not be distorted Leaf valve must not be cracked or chipped Leaf plate stops must not be distorted or loose Leaf plate assemblies must be cleanInspect the intake manifoldAll gasket surfaces must be cleaned, smooth, and free of nicksUse machinist's straight-edge to check flatness in all directionsSurface must be flat, 0.004 in(0.10 mm)002326
on reed plate and install screwsTighten screws to torque of 25 to 35 inlbs(2.8 to 4.0 Nm)
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