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Pick-Up Coil: Adjustments

Fig. 7 Adjusting air gap:





1. Remove distributor cap and rotor.
2. Using feeler gauge, measure air gap between pole piece tooth and pickup coil, Fig. 7. Air gap should be .008 - .015 inch (.2 - .4 mm).
3. If gap is incorrect, remove module and loosen 2 screws holding pickup coil.
4. Using screwdriver, move pickup coil to adjust gap to specification.
5. Tighten 2 screws and recheck air gap.
6. Install module, rotor, and distributor cap.