How do you test a small engine ignition coil on a 22 hp kohler while the coil is not installed?

You can't test a coil off the unit the only way to test the coil is disable the kill circuit if it fires it mean u have other problems such as a safety switch problem like seat switch or neutral safety switch.

The above answer is completely false. You use an ohm meter and test to manufacturers specs for the ohm of your specific coil, typically in the 8,000 ohm range +/- 2,000 ohms. Save