2008 Evinrude E-TEC 55MFE Technical Manual, Page 237Get this manual
MIDSECTION MIDSECTION AND TILLER ADJUSTMENTS
MIDSECTION AND TILLER ADJUSTMENTS
Steering Friction Adjustment
Tiller models are equipped with steering friction adjustmentSteering friction is not required when remote steering is usedAdjust steering friction with outboard mounted to boat by loosening or tightening the adjustment screwSteering friction should be adjusted so slight drag is felt when turning
Throttle Friction Adjustment
Tiller models are equipped with throttle friction adjustment knob located on the steering handleTighten the knob to reduce the effort required to hold throttle settingTurn the knob: clockwise to increase friction counterclockwise to decrease friction