2000 Johnson Model J70PLSSD canbt get lower unit off

[bstephens]

"I have all bolts removed, uni

"I have all bolts removed, unit is loose but can't find way to disconnect linkage, I've looked under the carbs, etc. I see no bolts or disconnects. Help?"

 

[jwbmarine]

"ok...look on right sd,starboa

"ok...look on right sd,starboard,at shift linkage,..lg hairpin clip,pull it,...u may need to shift one direction or the other to clear carbs in some cases,..push shifter in,to left...that should do it,unless i overlooked something."