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Spark Test


SPARK TEST

CHECK THAT SPARK OCCURS
- Remove the No.3 timing belt covers.


- Disconnect the high-tension cords (from the ignition coils) from the distributor caps.

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

- Hold the end about 12.5 mm (0.50 in.) from the body ground.
- Check if spark occurs while engine is being cranked.

NOTICE: To prevent excess fuel being injected from the injectors during this test, do not crank the engine for more than 5 - 10 seconds at a time.

- If a spark does not occur, do the test as follows:





- Reconnect the high-tension cords to the distributor caps.

NOTICE:
- Install the high-tension cord by pressing on the correct place as shown in the illustration.
- If not done this way. the high-tension cord will interfere with the camshaft timing pulley.

- Reinstall the No.3 timing belt covers.