2008 Evinrude E-TEC 55MFE Technical Manual, Page 270Get this manual
MANUAL STARTER RECOIL STARTER REMOVAL
RECOIL STARTER REMOVAL
WARNING
To prevent accidental starting while servicing, twist and remove all spark plug leadsRemove the clamp holding the oiling system wiring harnessRemove the three starter housing screws and washers
RECOIL STARTER DISASSEMBLY
WARNING
Wear safety glasses while disassembling and assembling manual starters because of rewind spring tensionPull the starter rope out far enough to tie slip knot in the ropeUntie the end knot of the starter rope and remove the handleRelease the slip knot and ease the rope back in until the rewind spring is fully unwoundIf necessary, remove the starter handle bracket from the starter housing