1994 Johnson/Evinrude Outboards 40 thru 55 Service Manual, Page 40Get this manual
AnodesTesting and Replacement Erosion or disintegration in salt or brackish water indicates the anodes are performing their functionThe anodes should be inspected at intervals and replaced when necessary, or corrosion of the engine will increaseIf any anode has been reduced to 03 its original size (V3 eroded), it must be replaced! To increase the duration of the anode protection, the starboard stern bracket (on some models) is drilled to accept an additional anode
rv Test for proper installation ofConnect one meter lead toan the anodeCalibrate ohmmeter on high ohms scalea