Ignition Cable: Service and Repair

Spark Plug Harness Clips:

Distributor Pinouts:

Spark Plug Wire Harness Replacement

Removal Procedure

1. In order to correctly route the wire during installation, note the locations of each of the following components:

^ The spark plug wire

^ The clips

^ The spark plug

^ The distributor

2. Disconnect the negative battery cable.

3. Remove the harness from the spark plugs.

^ Twist the boot 1/2 turn before removing.

^ Pull only on the boot.

4. Remove the harness from the distributor.

^ Twist the boot 1/2 turn before removing.

^ Pull only on the boot.

5. Remove the harness from the clips.

Inspection Procedure

1. Inspect the spark plug gap. Adjust as needed.

2. Inspect the spark plug wires for any obvious cuts, burns, or damage.

3. With the engine ON, inspect for any arcing to ground or other components.

4. Connect an ohmmeter to the end of each suspect wire. If the meter reads over 30,000 ohms, replace the wire.

Installation Procedure

1. Route the wires in the correct routing location as noted during the removal procedure.

2. Install the harness to the wire harness clips.

3. Install the harness to the distributor or the coil as well as to the correct spark plug.

4. Ensure that the boots are installed correctly by completing the following steps:

^ Push sideways on the installed boots. The boots should be stiff with only slight looseness.

^ If the boot feels loose, reset the boot by twisting 1/2 turn, pulling the boot off, and reinstalling the boot.

^ Connect the negative battery cable. Tighten the negative battery cable to 15 Nm (11 lb ft).