1998 Johnson Evinrude "EC" 25, 35 HP 3-Cylinder Outboards Service Manual, Page 115Get this manual
STEPCHARGE COIL TEST Ground Test 1Disconnect 4-pin Packard connector between stator and ignition module2Set peak-reading voltmeter to
3Connect the meter black lead to clean engine groundAlternately connect meter red lead between the brown and brownyellow stator leadsCrank engine and observe meter at each connection: Any reading indicates charge 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
2Attach meter black lead to brownyellow stator leadAttach meter red lead to the brown stator
lead If meter shows 300 volts or higher, go to STEPIGNITION MODULE TEST If meter shows less than 300 volts, check condition of wiring and connectors If wiring and connector condition is good, go to Ohmmeter Test