Ignition Cable: Service and Repair

NOTE
The material used to construct the spark plug cables is very soft. This cable will withstand more heat and carry a higher voltage, but scuffing and cutting become easier. The spark plug cables must be routed correctly to prevent chaffing or cutting. When removing a spark plug wire from a spark plug, twist the boot on the spark plug and pull on the boot to remove the wire or use a special tool designed to remove spark plug boots.

CAUTION
Care should be exercised when connecting a timing light of other test equipment to the spark plug wires. Do not force anything between the boot and wiring, or through the silicone jacket. Connection should be made in series using an adapter or by using a inductive pickup. DO NOT pull on the wire to remove, pull on the boot, or use a tool designed for this purpose.

REPLACEMENT
Remove or Disconnect

1. Spark plug wires at distributor cap.

2. Spark plug wires at spark plugs.


IMPORTANT
^ Use care when removing spark plug boots from spark plugs. Twist the boot 1/2 turn before removing and then PULL ON THE BOOT ONLY to remove it. DO NOT PULL ON THE WIRE as this may damage the spark plug wire.

3. Spark plug wire channel from front valve cover.

4. Spark plug wires from rear valve cover.

5. Spark plug wire assemblies from vehicle.