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Rotor Arm Test

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Remove distributor cap. Disconnect secondary ignition coil wire from distributor cap and hold it about 0.13" (3 mm) above rotor arm electrode, using suitable insulated pliers. Crank engine. See Fig 1 . There should be no sparking between rotor arm and secondary ignition coil wire. If there is no sparking, go to VISUAL CHECK  . If sparking occurs, install new rotor arm. If engine still does not start, go to VISUAL CHECK  .

Fig 1: Testing Rotor Arm
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