1996 Johnson Evinrude "ED" Electric Outboards Service Manual, P/N 507119, Page 61Get this manual
Continuity TestPositive Circuit, 12-Volt Hand Control Models Note To avoid damaging components or troubleshooting equipment, disconnect the battery cables before proceeding1Use an ohmmeter calibrated on high ohms scale or continuity light to test continuity2Connect one meter lead to RED battery cable [I]
3Connect second meter lead at circuit breaker:
RED 8-Gabattery cable
The meter must show continuity If meter shows no continuity, repair or replace battery cable
rn 4Connect switch: meter lead to RED 16-Gawire at second forwardreverse
The meter must show continuity If meter shows no continuity, replace circuit breaker5Move forwardreverse switch to FORWARD