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Fuse
1. Set the meter selector to the OHMS position.
2. Connect the red tester lead to one spade end of the
fuse; then connect the black tester lead to the other
spade end.
3. The meter must read less than 1 ohm resistance. If
the meter reads open, replace the fuse.
NOTE: Make sure the fuse is returned to its
proper position according to amperage.
Ignition Coil
The ignition coil is attached to the upper frame behind
the left-side of the front fender panel. The coil can be
accessed inside the front-left fender well.
NOTE: For these tests, the meter selector
should be set to the OHMS position.
PRIMARY WINDING RESISTANCE
1. Disconnect the black/yellow and green wires from
the coil.
2. Connect the red tester lead to one terminal; then
connect the black tester lead to the other terminal.
3. The meter must read less than 1 ohm.
NOTE: If the meter does not read as specified,
replace ignition coil.
SECONDARY WINDING
RESISTANCE
1. Connect the red tester lead to the high tension lead
(plug cap removed); then connect the black tester
lead to a suitable ground.
2. The meter must read 2830-3170 ohms.
NOTE: If the meter does not read as specified,
replace the ignition coil.
SPARK PLUG CAP RESISTANCE
1. Connect the red tester lead to one end of the cap;
then connect the black tester lead to the other end
of the cap.
2. The meter must read 4725-5775 ohms.
NOTE: If the meter does not read as specified,
replace the spark plug cap.
Ignition Switch
The connector is accessible below the front fender
panel in front of the steering post.
VOLTAGE
NOTE: Perform this test on the harness side of
the connector.
1. Set the meter selector to the DC Voltage position.
2. Connect the red meter lead to the red wire; then
connect the black meter lead to a suitable ground.
3. Meter must read battery voltage.
NOTE: If the meter reads no battery voltage,
troubleshoot the battery, fuse, or the main wiring
harness.
RESISTANCE
NOTE: Perform this test on the switch side of
the connector.
1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position.
2. Set the meter selector to the OHMS position.
3. Connect the red tester lead to the red wire; then
connect the black tester lead to the green/yellow
wire.
4. The meter must read less than 1 ohm.
5. Connect the red tester lead to the red wire; then
connect the black tester lead to the green wire.
6. The meter must read less than 1 ohm.
7. With the switch in the OFF position, connect the
red tester lead to the red wire and the black tester
lead to each of the remaining wires. The meter
must read an open circuit on both wires.
! CAUTION
Always disconnect the battery when performing
resistance tests to avoid damaging the multimeter.
! CAUTION
Always disconnect the battery when performing
resistance tests to avoid damaging the multimeter.
! CAUTION
Always disconnect the battery when performing
resistance tests to avoid damaging the multimeter.
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