Ignition Cable: Testing and Inspection

Fig. 1 Ignition Wire Resistance Chart:

The ignition wires contain a synthetic conductor which is easily damaged. Do not stretch or kink the cable. Do not stick a needle or the pointed end of a probe into the cable during a timing check. An increase in resistance will occur at that point causing the cable to burn. Using a ohmmeter, check the resistance of the ignition wire. Refer to ignition wire resistance chart, Fig. 1, for specific values. If resistance is not as specified, replace ignition wires as necessary.