Bombardier SeaDoo 1996 factory shop manual, Page 166Get this manual
Section 08 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Sub-Section 02 (IGNITION SYSTEM)
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WARNINGTo prevent powerful electric shocks while cranking engine, neither touch any electronic ignition components (ignition coil, high tension wires, etc nor tester lead clipsAlso make sure that tester leads do not touch any metallic objectVentilate bilge at least two minutes prior to performing any test
Delay Timer Verification
The timer is integrated into the MPEMAlways confirm first that the fuses are in good conditionTo confirm operation of timer, remove safety lanyard from switch and depress startstop button onceThe timer should stay on for about 33 seconds (for example, fuel gauge will be activated) and then turn off;
IGNITION SYSTEM TESTING PROCEDURE
When dealing with ignition problems, the following items should be verified in this order1Spark occurencespark plug condition2Battery condition3Electrical connections4Engine startstop switch5Safety lanyard switch6Delay timer 7Multi-purpose electronic module (MPEM)8Magneto output9Ignition coil outputCAUTIONWhenever replacing component in ignition system, check ignition timingNOTETo perform verification, good quality multimeter such as Fluke 73 (P529 022 000) can be used