water pump replacement

[wishin4fishin]

I have a Johnson 40hp TJ40ELCEC. How do I disconnect the shift rod so I can remove the lower unit?

[honcho]

If it like my 40hp 1984 remove starter and will see where the shift rod is connected. remove screw and slide lower unit out

[wishin4fishin]

Thanks Honcho. Mine's a 1989 model. Hopefully it's just that easy!