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Ignition Cable: Testing and Inspection

HIGH-TENSION CORDS INSPECTION
1. DISCONNECT HIGH-TENSION CORDS FROM SPARK PLUGS



- Disconnect the high-tension cords at the rubber boot.
- Do not pull on the high-tension cords.

NOTICE: Pulling on or bending the cords may damage the conductor inside.

2. DISCONNECT HIGH-TENSION CORD FROM IGNITION COIL
3. DISCONNECT HIGH-TENSION CORDS FROM DISTRIBUTOR CAP
4. INSPECT HIGH-TENSION CORD RESISTANCE



- Using an ohmmeter, measure the resistance.

Maximum resistance: 25 k ohms per cord

- If the resistance is greater than maximum, check the terminals.
- If necessary, replace the high-tension cord.
5. RECONNECT HIGH-TENSION CORDS TO DISTRIBUTOR CAP
6. RECONNECT HIGH-TENSION CORD TO IGNITION COIL
7. RECONNECT HIGH-TENSION CORDS TO SPARK PLUGS