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Ignition System: Testing and Inspection





ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION

NOTE: "Cold" and "Hot" in the following sentences express the temperature of the coils themselves. "Cold" is from -10°C (14°F) to 50°C (122°F) and "Hot" is from 50°C (122°F) to 100°C (212°F).

INSPECT IGNITOR AND SPARK TEST
Check that the spark occurs.
1. Disconnect the high-tension cords from the spark plugs.
2. Remove the spark plugs.
3. Install the spark plugs to each high-tension cord.
4. Ground the spark plug.
5. Check if spark occurs while engine is being cranked.

NOTE: To prevent gasoline from being injected from injectors during this test, crank the engine for no more than 1-2 seconds at a time. If the spark does not occur, perform the test as shown.