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Ignition Coil: Testing and Inspection

INSPECTION
Primary Coil Winding
1. Disconnect the 3-pin connector from the distributor

Coil Connector KL:




2. Use an ohmmeter to measure resistance of the primary coil winding (terminals A and B).

Specification: 0.49-0.73 Ohms @ 20°C (68°F).

3. If not within the specification, replace the distributor.

Secondary Coil Winding

Coil Connector KL:




1. Disconnect the 3-pin connector from the distributor.
2. Remove the distributor cap.

Distributor Testing KL:




3. Use an ohmmeter to measure resistance of the secondary coil winding.

Specification: 20-31 kOhms @ 20°C (68°F)

4. If not within the specification, replace the distributor.

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