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Installation

Fig. 3 IDI system coil and module assembly. 1988 Quad IV engine:





Fig. 4 IDI system assembly exploded view. 1988 Quad IV engine:






IMPORTANT:
- Do not wipe grease from module or coil if same module is to be replaced.
- If a new module is to be installed, a package of silicone grease will be included with it.
- Spread the grease on the metal face of the module and on the cover where the module seats.
- This grease is necessary for module cooling.

NOTICE:
- Reinstall boots and retainers on IDI housing secondary terminals.
- Boots and retainers must be in place on IDI housing secondary terminals prior to ignition system assembly installation or ignition system damage may result.

INSTALL OR CONNECT
1. Module to cover.
2. Module to cover screws.
Torque to 4 N.m (35 lbs. in.).
3. Coil harness connectors to module.
4. Housing to cover.
5. Housing to cover screws (4).
Torque to 4 N.m (35 lbs. in.).
6. Spark plug boots and retainers to housing.
7. ignition system assembly to engine while carefully aligning boots to spark plug terminals.
8. Ignition system assembly to cam housing bolts, after coating bolts with 1052080 or equivalent (4).
Torque to 26 N.m (19 lbs. ft.).
10. 11 pin IDI harness connector.
11. Negative battery cable.