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SYSTEM ANALYSIS
IGNITION OUTPUT TESTS
Static Ignition Test
Perform the static ignition test using Evinrude
Diagnostics software and an inductive timing light.
IMPORTANT: DO NOT use a spark checker
tool. Ra dio Frequ ency Interference (RFI) gener-
ated by the arcing current can cause erratic EMM
operation.
The outboard must NOT be running and the emer-
gency stop switch lanyard must be installed.
Connect timing ligh t pickup to the secondary cir-
cuit (spark plug lead) of the cylinder being tested.
Activate test an d observe timing light strobe for
consistent flash.
IMPORTANT: You may n eed to remove shield-
ing from wire if pickup does not read signal.
Results:
No spark on one or more cylinders:
• Inspect or replace spark plugs
• Refer to Ignition Control Circuit T ests on
p. 84
• Refer to Ignition Coil Tests on p. 84.
Steady spark on all cylinders:
• Refer to Running Ignition Tests on p. 83 and
DYNAMIC TESTS on p. 77.
Testing, Static Test Screen 008569
1. Timing light pick-up
2. Spark plug lead
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