Pick-Up Coil: Testing and Inspection

Fig. 4 Pickup coil test connections:

Note Make sure the ignition switch is "OFF".

1. Remove distributor cap.
2. Disconnect pickup coil connector from IC module.
3. Connect ohmmeter as shown in step 1, and flex pickup coil leads while observing meter. Meter should indicate infinite resistance at all times. If not, pickup coil is defective.
4. Connect ohmmeter as shown in step 2, and flex pickup coil leads while observing meter. Meter reading should remain constant between 500 and 1500 ohms. If not, replace pickup coil.

Note To replace the coil, remove the distributor.