Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
1982 Chrysler ImperialFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Magnetic Pick-Up Assembly
The magnetic pick-up assembly consists of 2 pick-up coils: start pick-up coil and run pick-up coil. Both are located in the distributor and operate as follows:
- Start Pick-Up Coil - Supplies a voltage signal to SCC which will cause the spark plugs to fire at a fixed amount of advance during cranking only. This coil is permanently positioned in distributor and the amount of advance will be determined by distributor position. See Fig 1.
- Run Pick-Up Coil - Once engine begins to run, the start pick-up coil signal is by-passed and the run pick-up coil supplies advance information to the SCC. The SCC then modifies advance information to reflect engine operating conditions supplied by other sensors. See Fig 1.
Factory Service Tools
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.