1996 Johnson Evinrude "ED" 40 thru 55 2-Cylinder Service Manual, P/N 507124, Page 273Get this manual
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Key Switch Tests
Ohmmeter or Continuity Light
1Disconnect battery leads and leads at the key switch
2With key switch in "OFF" position, connect continuity light or meter leads between key switch "BATT" and "A" termi nalsLight or meter should not show continuityDRC5892
3Turn key switch to "ON" positionLight or meter should show continuity4Turn key switch to "START" positionLight or meter should still show continuity