1996 Johnson/Evinrude Outboards 8 thru 15 Four-Stroke Service Manual, Page 243Get this manual
Starter Circuit CheckTE &
Avoid accidental starting while testing; disconnect the starter cable at point CDEngine must be in NEUTRAL throughout test procedure and battery must be fully chargedStep
Procedure
Results
Check voltage to cable at
Connect voltmeter between cable at CD and groundPress start button
aIf meter shows 12 volts, test starterbIf meter shows volts, go to Step
Check voltage at
Connect voltmeter between and ground