Ignition Cable: Testing and Inspection

HIGH-TENSION CORDS INSPECTION

1. Remove No. 2 PCV hose.
2. Remove air cleaner hose.
3. Disconnect throttle cable.
4. Remove No. 2 and No. 3 cylinder head covers.





Remove the 4 bolts and cylinder head covers.
5. Disconnect high-tension cords from spark plugs.





(a) Remove the 2 mounting bolts of the No. 1 and No. 2 cord clamps.





(b) Disconnect the high-tension cords at the rubber boot. DO NOT pull on the cords.

NOTICE: Pulling on or bending the cords may damage the conductor inside.

6. Disconnect high-tension cords from distributor cap and ignition coil.





(a) Using a screwdriver, lift up the lock claw and disconnect the holder from the distributor cap (ignition coil).





(b) Disconnect the high-tension cord at the grommet. DO NOT pull on the cord.

NOTICE:
- Pulling on or bending the cords may damage the conductor Inside.
- Do not wipe any of the oil from the grommet after the high-tension cord is disconnected.

7. Inspect high-tension cord resistance.





Using an ohmmeter, measure the resistance.

Maximum resistance: 25 K Ohms per cord

If the resistance is greater than maximum, check the terminals. If necessary, replace the high-tension cord.
8. Reconnect high-tension cords to distributor cap and ignition coil.
9. Reconnect high-tension cords to spark plugs.





(a) Secure the high-tension cords with the cord clamps as shown in the illustration.
(b) Install the No. 1 and No. 2 cord clamps with the 2 bolts.
10. Reinstall No. 2 and No.3 cylinder head covers.
Install the cylinder head covers with the 4 bolts.
11. Reconnect throttle cable.
12. Reinstall air cleaner hose.
13. Reinstall No. 2 PCV hose.