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Ignition Cable: Service and Repair

Spark Plug Wire Routing:




Distributor:






REMOVE OR DISCONNECT
1. Note locations of spark plug wire, clips, spark plug and distributor or coil pack, for correct routing during installation.
2. Twist the boot 1/2 turn before removing and pull only on the boot to remove the wire from spark plug.
3. Twist the boot 1/2 turn before removing and pull only on the boot to remove wire from distributor or coil pack.
4. Remove spark plug wire from clips.

INSTALL OR CONNECT
1. Route wires in correct routing location as noted in removal and install on clips.
2. Spark plug wires to coil pack or distributor cap and correct spark plug.
3. Check that boot is installed correctly by:

- Pushing sideways on the installed boots, the boots should be stiff with only slight looseness.
- If boot feels sloppy, reset the boot by twisting 1/2 turn pulling boot off and reinstalling boot.