Ignition Cable: Testing and Inspection

Fig. 16 Ignition Cable Resistance Test:

Coil Wire
With radio 2000 +/- 800 ohms
Without radio 0 ohms

Spark plug wires
With radio 6000 +/- 1400 ohms
Without radio 1000 +/- 400 ohms

If resistance is not within specification, check individual components.

Fig. 17 Spark Plug Connector:

Spark plug connector
With radio 5000 +/- 1000 ohms
Without radio 1000 +/- 400 ohms

Fig. 18 Distributor Cap Connector:

Cap connector 1000 +/- 400 ohms

Ignition wire (no connectors) 0 ohms