Ignition System: Service Precautions

Observe the following safety guidelines to prevent personal injury and ignition system damage.

CAUTION:
Do NOT touch or disconnect ignition cables when engine is running or starter is cranked.
Disconnect wires in ignition system only when ignition is switched OFF.
Connect and disconnect tester leads to ignition system only when ignition is switched OFF.
Do NOT connect any suppressor condensers or test lamps to terminal 1 of coil.
When high tension cable (terminal 4 from coil) is disconnected from distributor, always connect it directly to ground using a jumper cable. Otherwise the engine must NOT be cranked with the starter (such as with a compression test).
Fast charging may only be used for emergency starting for up to 15 seconds maximum and with no more than 16.5 volts. Wait at least one minute after each starting attempt.
Do NOT replace the ignition coil with a conventional type coil.
Battery must be completely disconnected when using arc, spot, or electrical welding equipment.
If components are heated above 80°C (176°F) such as from a paint dryer or steam cleaner, wait for components to cool down before starting engine.
Do NOT wash the engine while it is running or if the ignition is switched ON.
Do NOT disconnect the battery with the engine running.
High tension ignition cable must be suppressed with at least 2 kohms of resistance (with 1 kohm at rotor arm).
Do NOT apply voltage to the control unit to simulate output signals.