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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMERCURY1983ZEPHYR GS, 2.3 A, AUTOMATICREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)ENGINE PERFORMANCETUNE-UPIGNITION SYSTEM - DURA-SPARK IITESTINGCONTROL MODULE TO DISTRIBUTOR WIRING HARNESS CHECK
1983 Mercury Zephyr GS, 2.3 A, Automatic
Control Module To Distributor Wiring Harness Check
1983 Mercury Zephyr GS, 2.3 A, AutomaticSECTION Control Module To Distributor Wiring Harness Check
- Disconnect 4-wire control module connector. Connect one lead of ohmmeter to distributor base. Alternately, connect the other ohmmeter lead to wiring harness connector terminals that mate with Orange and Purple wires of control module connector.
- If resistance is greater than 70,000 ohms, test result is okay, proceed to IGNITION COIL SECONDARY RESISTANCE CHECK. If resistance was less than 70,000 ohms, check wiring harness between control module connector and distributor, including distributor grommet.
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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.