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.
Pick-Up Coil Resistance Test
Remove amplifier. Check resistance between pick-up terminals in body of distributor. See Fig 1 . Reading should be 2000-5000 ohms. If reading is as specified, check all connections between pick-up and amplifier. If connections are okay, install new amplifier. If engine still does not start, go to SECONDARY IGNITION COIL WIRE TEST . If reading is not as specified, install new pick-up and attempt to start engine. If engine still does not start, go to SECONDARY IGNITION COIL WIRE TEST .
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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.