1998 Johnson Evinrude "EC" 9.9 thru 30 HP 2-Cylinder Outboards Service Manual, Page 282Get this manual
Starter Circuit Check9.91STE
InAvoid accidental starting while testing; disconnect the starter cable at point CDINote I
Engine must be in NEUTRAL throughout test procedure and battery must be fully charged
Procedure
ResultsCheck voltage between and
Connect voltmeter red lead to Connect meter black lead to
aIf meter shows 12 volts, go to Step
bIf meter shows volts, test battery
II Check voltage
between and
Connect meter black lead to
aIf meter shows 12 volts, go to Step
bIf meter shows volts, test negative battery cable
II Check voltage between and
Connect meter red lead to
aIf meter shows 12 volts, go to Step
bIf meter shows volts, test positive battery cable