1969 Evinrude 40 HP Big Twin, Lark Service Repair Manual P/N 4596, Page 103Get this manual
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iInstall spindle washer and screw jApply OMC Type "A" lubricant to handle end of ropeUsing Starter Rope Threading Tool (Special Tool #378774), thread rope handleSee Figure 9-10 Press rope into channel