Pick-Up Coil Air Gap

1994 Toyota Tercel DX, 4D Sedan, StandardSECTION Pick-Up Coil Air Gap
  1. Using non-magnetic feeler gauge, check air gap between signal rotor and pick-up coil projection. See Fig 1 and Fig 2.
  2. Replace distributor assembly if pick-up coil air gap is not within specification. See PICK-UP COIL AIR GAP SPECIFICATIONS  table.
PICK-UP COIL AIR GAP SPECIFICATIONS

Application In. (mm)
Paseo & Tercel .008-.016 (.20-.40)
Fig 1: Checking Pick-Up Coil Air Gap (Paseo)
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