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HOMESERVICE MANUALSJAGUAR1986VANDEN PLAS L6-4.2LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTIGNITION SYSTEMIGNITION CONTROL MODULEDESCRIPTION AND OPERATION
1986 Jaguar Vanden Plas L6-4.2L
Ignition Control Module: Description and Operation
1986 Jaguar Vanden Plas L6-4.2LSECTION Description and Operation
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The amplifier consists of a solid state electronic module (GM) housed in an aluminium case with two pre-wired leads which connect to the low tension terminals of the ignition coil.

Connection from the distributor pick-up module is made by an assembly of two leads inside a screening braid which plugs into a socket on the amplifier side.
Amplifier:
Fig. 3 Ignition Amplifier:
The amplifier consists of a solid state electronic module (GM) housed in an aluminium case with two pre-wired leads which connect to the low tension terminals of the ignition coil.
Ignition Components:
Connection from the distributor pick-up module is made by an assembly of two leads inside a screening braid which plugs into a socket on the amplifier side.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.