1998 Johnson Evinrude EC 5 thru 15 HP Four Stroke Service Repair Manual P/N 520203, Page 134Get this manual
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20 Remove two screws retalnlng the thermostat Remove and discard gasket21 Remove and inspect thermostat assembIy!]
1 Remove ten crankcase-to-cylinder bIock screws
2 Remove lower rub