1998 Johnson Evinrude EC 50 thru 70 HP 3-Cylinder Service Repair Manual P/N 520208, Page 278Get this manual
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Routine InspectionsConventional
4 Inspect the sten brackets for binding with swivel bracket in thrust rod
5 Retorque the tilt tube nuts to 50-54 ftIbs(68-73 N'm), then loosen nut 18