Spark Plug Cable: Installation

Fig 1: Firing Plugs Operation

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NOTE: When installing the spark plug cables, route the cables correctly. Failure to route the cables properly can cause improper spark plug phase-shift.

Install the spark plug cables to the appropriate coil tower (A & B) (coil side).
Install the spark plug cables to the appropriate spark plug location (G & K) (plug side).
NOTE: Refer to the reference pad cast into the cylinder head cover to identify proper spark plug/spark plug cable orientation.

Fig 2: Insuring Firm Connection Is Made From Spark Plug Cables To Spark Plugs
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NOTE: When installing spark plug cables, insure a positive connection is made. A snap should be felt when a good connection is made between the spark plug cable and the spark plug.
Insure a firm connection is made from the spark plug cables (2) to the spark plugs.