1997 Johnson Evinrude "EU" Accessories Service Manual, P/N 507270, Page 12Get this manual
Neutral Start Circuit Test
1Make sure the control handle is in NEUTRAL2Use an ohmmeter calibrated on appropriate scale or continuity light to test continuity[] 3Connect meter as shown[] 4Turn the key to the START position: Meter must show continuity
5Move control handle to FORWARD position, and turn key to the START position: Meter must show no continuity
[] 6Move control handle to REVERSE position, and turn key to the START position: Meter must show no continuity7If your results vary, test the instrument harness, key switch harness, and connectionsIf they are OK, test the neutral start switchNeutral Start Switch Test