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.
Test 7
Examine distributor cover. Distributor cover should be clean, dry and have no tracking marks. Examine coil top. Coil top should be, clean, dry and have no tracking marks. Examine high tension cable insulation. High tension cable insulation must not be cracked, chafed or perished. Examine high tension cable continuity. High tension cable continuity must not be open circuit. Examine spark plugs. Spark plugs should be clean, dry and set to correct gap. Note reluctor must not foul pick-up or leads. Rotor and insulation cover must not be cracked or show signs of tracking marks.
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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.
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