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Distributor Replacement
Removal:
1. Disconnect the connector from the distributor.
2. Disconnect the ignition wires from the distributor
ignition (Dl) cap.
3. Remove the mounting bolts from the distributor,
then remove the distributor from the cylinder head.
CAMSHAFTEND
MOUNTING BOLTS8 x 1.25 mm2,1N.m {2.,1kgrf.m, 17 lbf ftl
lnstallation:
1. Bring the No. 1 piston to compression stroke TDC.
2. Coata new O-ring with engine oil, then install it.
3. Align the lug on the end of the distributor and its
mating grooves in the camshaft end, then slip the
distributor into position.
NOTE: The lug on the end of the distributor and its
mating grooves in the camshaft end are both offset
to eliminate the possibility of installing the distribu-
tor 180o out of time.
4. Installthe mounting bolts, and tighten them lightly.
5. Connect the ignition wires to the distributor ignition(Dl) cap as shown,
No. 1CYLINDERMARK
6. Connect the connector to the distributor.
7. Set the ignition timing (see previous page).
8. After setting the ignition timing, tighten the mount-
ing bolts.
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lgnition System
Distributor Overhaul
CAP SEALCheck for damage.DISTRIBUTOR IGNITION IDII ROTOR
OISTRIBUTOR IGNITION {DII CAPCheck for cracks, wear,damage, and to!ling.Clean or replace.
O.RINGReplace.
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OISTBIBUTOR IGI{ITION IDO HOUSING
Check for cracks and damage.
IGNITION COILTest, page 4 20
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IGNITION CONTROLMODULE {ICMIInput Test, page 4-19
LEAK COVEN
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lgnition Control Module (lCMl Input Test
NOTE:
. See section 11 when the malfunction indicator lamp(MlL) comes on.
. Perform an input test for the ignition control module(lCM) after finishing the fundamental tests for the
ignition system and the fuel and emissions systems.
. '97 -'98 models: The tachometer should operate nor-
mally if the ICM is OK.
L Remove the distributor ignition (Dl) cap, the distrib-
utor ignition (Dl) rotor, and the leak cover.
2. Disconnect the wires from the lCM.
8LU WIRE{'97 - '98 models}
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Turn the ignition switch ON {ll). Check for voltage
between the BLK,^/EL wire and body ground. There
should be battery voltage.
. lf there is no battery voltage, check the BLK/rEL
wire betlveen the ignition switch and the lclvl.
. lf there is baftery voltage, go to step 4.
Turn the ignition switch ON (ll). Check for voltage
between the WHT/BLU wire and body ground. There
should be battery voltage.
. lf there is no batteryvoltage, check:- ignition coil.- WHT/BLU wire between the ICM and ignition
corl.
. lf there is battery voltage, go to step 5,
'97 model: Disconnect the ECM/PCM connector A(32P). Check for continuity on the YEL/GRN wire
between the ICM and ECM/PCM. There should be
continuity.'98 - 00 models: Disconnect the ECM,PCM connector
B (25P). Check for continuity on the YEUGRN wire
between the ICM and ECM/PCM. There should be
continuity.
Check for continuity on the YEUGRN wire to body
ground. There should be no continuity.
Reconnect the ECM/PClvl connector.
'97 -'98 models: Check for continuity on the BLU
wire between the test tachometer connector and the
lCM. There should be continuity.
'97 -'98 models: Check for continuity on the BLU
wire to body ground. There should be no continuity.
lf all the tests are normal, replace the lCM.
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lgnition System
lgnition Coil Test
Using an ohmmeter, measure resistance between the
terminals. lf the resistance is not within sDecifications,
replace the ignition coil.
NOTE: Resistance will vary with the coil temperature;
specifications are at 68"F (20'C).
Plimary Winding Resistance
{Between the A and B terminals):
0.6it - 0.77 0
Secondary Winding Resistance
{Between the A and secondary winding terminals):
12.8 - 19.2 kO
TERMINAL A {+l
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lgnition Wire Inspection and Test
1.Carefully remove the ignition wires by pulling on
the rubber boots. Do not bend the wires; you might
break them inside.
Check the condition of the ignition wire terminals. lf
any terminal is corroded, clean it, and if it is broken
or distorted, replace the ignition wire.
IGNITION WIRE
Connect the ohmmeter probes and measure resis-
tance.
lgnition Wire Resistance:
25 kO max. at 68'F 120'Cl
IGNITION WIRE
4. lf the resistance exceeds 25 kO, replace the ignition
wire.
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Spark Plug Inspection
Inspect the electrodes and ceramic insulator for:
. lmproper gap. Oil-fouling. Carbon deposits. Cracked centerelectrode insulator
Burned or worn electrodes may be caused by:
. Advanced ignition timing
. Loose spark plug
. Plug heat range too hot
. Insufficient cooling
Fouled plug may be caused by:
. Retarded ignition timing
. Oil in combustion chamber
. Incorrect spark plug gap
. Plug heat range too cold
. Excessive idling/low speed runnang
. Clogged air cleaner element
. Deteriorated ignition wires
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2. Check the electrode gaP.
. Adjust the gap with a suitable gapping tool.
Electrode Gap
Standard 1.1 3 ' mm (0.043 Loo. in)
Replace the plug if the center electrode is rounded
as shown below:
Spark Plugs
'97 - '98 modsls:
ROUNDEOELECTRODE
,--, /(--/| | r--'--'--r-.--l-:=---:1
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ZFR5F-11 (NGK)
KJ16CR-111 (DENSO)
'99 - 00 models;
ZFR6F-11 (NGK)
KJ2OCR-111 (DENSO)
Apply a small quantity of anti-seize compound to
the plug threads, and screw the plugs into the cylin-
der head finger-tight. Then torque them to 18 N'm
(1.8 kgf.m. 13lbf.ft).
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Charging System
Component Location Index
ALTERNATOR
CHARGING SYSTEM LIGHT(ln the gauge assembly)Test, page 4-24
BATTERYTest,
Troubleshooting, page 4-24Replacement, page 4-30Overhaul, page 4-31Rectifjer Test, page 4,32
ALTERNATOR BELTInspection and Adjustment, page 4 34
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Gharging System
Troubleshooting
lf the charging system light does not come on or does not go off, or the battery is dead or low, test the following items inthe order listed below:
1. Battery (see section 23)
2. Charging system light
3. Voltage
4. Alternator control system (U.S.A. model)
5. Alternator/regulator
Charging System Light Test
ALTERNATOR 4P CONNECTOR{U.S,A. modell
(BLK/YEL)
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Wire sade offemale terminals
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ALTERNATOR 3P CONNECTORlCaneda model'
Iemale terminals
[ ]: Canada model
Chsrging Systom Light Check:Turn the ignition switch ON {ll),and make sure the charging system light comes on.
Check for a blown No. 15 17.5 Alfuse and a blown charging sys-tem light bulb. lf the tusa .ndbulb are OK, repair th€ open inth€ WHT/BLU wire.
Does the charging systemlight come on?
Charging System Light Check{com'd}:Start the engine.
Does the charging systemlight go offfPerform the Alte.nator/RegulatorTest lsee page +281.
Voltage Check:Measure the voltage at the No. IlNo. 2iterminal of the 4P [3Plcon-nector with the ignition switch ON{ ).
Ropair the open in the BLK/YELwiae betwoen the altemator andunder-da3h luso/relay box.
ls there battery voltage?
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Charging System
Troubleshooting (cont'dl
'97 modol: Alternator Control System Test {U.S.A. model)
NOTE: Before testing, check proper operation ofthe ELD by checking for a DTC (see section .11).
CAUTION: Be sure to use a voltmeterwith ils positive terminal connected tobattery positive and hs negative termi-nalto the 4P connector terminal No. 2.
BATTERY
Wire side offemale terminals
{WHT/GRNI
ALTERNATORirP CONNECTOR
ALTEFNATOR4P CONNECTOR
Chock for a short in the circuitIALTC line):1. Disconnect the 4P connectorfrom the alternator.2. Start the engine, and turn theheadlights thigh beami ON.3. Me8sure voltage between the4P connector terminal No. 2and the positive terminal ofthe battery.
lstherelVorless?
Check for an open in the wire(ALTC linel:1. Turn the headlight and igni-tion switch OFF.2. Disconnect the 32P connectorfrom the ECN4/PCM.3. Check tor continuity betweenthe EcM/PcM 32P connectorterminal No.30 and alternator4P connector terminal No. 2-
Repair open in the wi.e betwoenthe atternator and ECM/PCM.ls there continuity?
Check for a shorl in the wiroIALTC line):1. Turn the headlight and ign;,I|on swrtcn UFF2. Disconnect the 32P connectorfrom the EcM/PcM.3. Check tor continuity betweenthe ECM/PCN4 32P connectorterminal No. 30 and bodyground.
Subslitute a known-good ECM/PCM, and recheck.It prescribed voha96 b now avail-able, replace the original ECM/PCM.
ls there continuity?
R€prir short in the wire betweenthe altornator and the ECM/PCM.
ECM/PCM CONNECTOR A I32PI
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female terminals
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ECM/PCM CONNECTOR A {32P}
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Wire side of I ALTCfemale terminals {WHT/GRNI
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