Important Ignition Information

Consider the following important information when servicing the ignition system:
^ The ignition coil's secondary output voltage is very high - more than 40,000 volts. Avoid body contact with the ignition high voltage secondary components when the engine is running or personal injury may result.
^ The ignition timing on the 1.3L engine is not adjustable. A timing indicator and timing marks are still visible at the crankshaft pulley but are not used to set or adjust ignition timing. The powertrain control module provides all ignition timing adjustments electronically.
^ Be careful not to damage the secondary ignition wires or boots when servicing the ignition system. Rotate each ignition wire boot in order to loosen the boot from the spark plug before removing the wire. Never pierce a secondary ignition wire or boot for any testing purposes. Future ignition system problems are guaranteed if pinpoints or test lights are pushed through the secondary ignition wire insulation during component testing.
^ Do not use a conventional tachometer in order to check engine speed on this ignition system. An inductive type pick-up will not provide reliable engine speed information. Use a scan tool in order to monitor engine RPM.