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Pick-Up Coil: Service and Repair

1. Remove distributor cap and rotor.
2. Remove CMP sensor (signal generator) securing screws and lead wire clamp screws.
3. Replace CMP sensor (signal generator).
4. Using thickness gauge, measure air gap, between signal rotor tooth and CMP sensor (generator).

Signal rotor air gap "a": 0.2 - 0.4mm (0.008 - 0.016in.)





5. If gap is out of specification, loose CMP sensor (signal generator) securing screws. Using blade (-) screw driver, move CMP sensor (generator) and adjust gap to specification. After adjustment, tighten securing screws and recheck gap.

NOTE: Check to make sure that CMP sensor (signal generator) tooth is free from any metal particles.

6. Install rotor, distributor cap seal and cap.