2000 Johnson/Evinrude SS 2 thru 8 outboards Service Manual, Page 116Get this manual
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STEPCHARGE COIL TEST
Ground Test
[[] 1Disconnect 5-pin Amphenol connector between ignition plate and power pack2Set peak-reading voltmeter to "NEG" and "500"[] 3Alternately, connect voltmeter between ignition plate connector terminals" A", "0", and clean engine groundCrank engine and observe meter at each connection Any reading on either test indicates charge coil or leads are grounded Locate and repair ground, or replace charge coil4If no reading is indicated in Step 3, go to Output TestOutput Test