1974 Johnson model 40E-74S kill switch wiring

boydog

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which wires do i "tap" into to connect a kill switch?
 

wrench 3

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You need to connect the switch between the blue wire and the blue/white wire.
 

boydog

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i did and it didnt kill it when i pulled the cord, maybe its not a good switch, ill buy a new one and advise
 

Vic.S

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i did and it didnt kill it when i pulled the cord, maybe its not a good switch, ill buy a new one and advise

Check the one you have . If is defective replace it but if it is good you'll need to look for anther problem.

The motor should stop if you short the wires mentioned together. If it does not you will have to find out why not.

Does it stop OK with the key switch
 

boydog

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it does shut off with the key switch
i will check the switch and revert back
thanks
 

boydog

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no im not going to the key switch, is that the problem?
 
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