Checking ignition system components (10,000 km/12 months) (Escort 4)

1. Remove the distributor cap and clean it using a lint-free cloth.

2. Check the condition of the electrodes inside the cover.

3. If the electrodes are badly burnt or corroded, the cover must be replaced.

4. Check the condition and smooth movement of the central carbon electrode.

5. Wipe the high voltage wires and the top of the ignition coil.

6. Check the condition and reliability of the ignition system wiring. It is necessary to make sure that the wires have no damaged insulation, the wires are not pinched, and the connections are reliable and have no signs of oxidation or corrosion.

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Article reviewed: Herman Ostrovsky

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