1997 "EU" Johnson Evinrude 5 thru 15 Four Stroke Service Manual, P/N 507262, Page 108Get this manual
STEPPOWER COIL TEST
Ground Test 1Disconnect 4-pin Packard connector between stator and ignition module2Set peak-reading voltmeter to "POS" and "500"
rn 3Connect the meter blackleadsCrankclean engine observe meter at each connection: red lead lead to groundAlternately connect meter between the two orange stator engine and
Any reading indicates power coil is grounded Locate and repair ground, or replace stator assembly4If no reading is indicated in Step 3, go to Output TestOutput Test 1Set peak-reading voltmeter to "POS" and "500"
rn 2.leadmeter black lead to one orange stator leadAttach meter red lead to the other orange Attach stator
3Crank engine and observe meter: If meter shows 70 volts or higher, go to STEPCHARGE COil TEST If meter shows less than 70 volts, check condition of wiring and connectors If wiring and connector condition is good, go to Ohmmeter TestOhmmeter Test