Ignition Coil: Testing and Inspection
INSPECTIONPrimary Coil Winding
1. Disconnect the 3-pin connector from the distributor
Coil Connector KL:
2. Use an ohmmeter to measure resistance of the primary coil winding (terminals A and B).
Specification: 0.49-0.73 Ohms @ 20°C (68°F).
3. If not within the specification, replace the distributor.
Secondary Coil Winding
Coil Connector KL:
1. Disconnect the 3-pin connector from the distributor.
2. Remove the distributor cap.
Distributor Testing KL:
3. Use an ohmmeter to measure resistance of the secondary coil winding.
Specification: 20-31 kOhms @ 20°C (68°F)
4. If not within the specification, replace the distributor.