evinrude (omc) control box

[bob ledlow]

cant seem to seperate the control box. i removed the 3 screws on the front and the allen screw on the back going to the handle. i put a longer screw in the allen screw theads and tapped on it to try to remove the shift handle. its a 1990 model so it may just be stuck. any advice would be appreciated.
thanks- bob ledlow

 

[ezeke]

Re: evinrude (omc) control box

The control handle needs to be in the neutral position and hanging free (support the case) when you strike the screw. Then remove the screw.

 

[bob ledlow]

Re: evinrude (omc) control box

is the object to tap the screw or screw it in tight to remove the handle?
thanks- bob ledlow

 

[ezeke]

Re: evinrude (omc) control box

The manual says ".........loosen hex head screw three complete turns"..................Place center punch in head of hex head screw, and tap with plastic hammer to disengage the control handle splines from the hub splines."

If the handle has not been removed for a long time, this may take a bit of encouragement to work. Once the handle loosens, take the screw out to remove the handle.