Ignition System: Service Precautions

Safety guidelines for fully electronic ignition system

To prevent injury to persons or damage to fully electronic ignition system, observe the following safety guidelines:

CAUTION:
Do NOT touch or disconnect ignition cables when engine is running or starter is cranked.
Disconnect wires in ignition system only when ignition is switched OFF.
Connect and disconnect tester leads to ignition system only when ignition is switched OFF.
Do NOT connect any suppressor condensers or test lamps to terminal 1 of coil.
When high tension cable (terminal 4 from coil) is disconnected from distributor; always connect it directly to ground using jumper cable. Otherwise, engine must NOT be cranked with starter (such as with compression test).
Fast charging may only be used for emergency starting for up to 15 seconds maximum with no more than 16.5 volts. Wait at least one minute after each starting attempt.
Do NOT replace ignition coil with conventional type coil.
Battery must be completely disconnected when using arc, spot, or electrical welding equipment.
If components are heated above 80°C (176°F) such as from paint drier or steam cleaner, wait for components to cool down before starting engine.
Do NOT wash engine while it is running or ignition is switched ON
Do NOT disconnect battery with engine running
High tension ignition cable must be suppressed with at least 2 K Ohm (with 1K Ohm at rotor arm).
Do NOT apply voltage to control unit to simulate output signals.