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Ignition Cable: Description and Operation

OPERATION
Spark Plug cables are referred to as secondary ignition cables. The cables transfer electrical current from the distributor to individual spark plugs at each cylinder. The spark plug cables are of nonmetallic construction and have a built in resistance. The cables provide suppression of radio frequency emissions from the ignition system.