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Ignition Coil Resistance

Ignition coil is integrated into distributor. Disconnect distributor 7-pin connector. Remove distributor cap. Using an ohmmeter, measure secondary resistance between terminal "G" and coil tower. See Figure If resistance is not as specified, replace distributor. See IGNITION COIL RESISTANCE  table.

IGNITION COIL RESISTANCE - Ohms @ 68°F (20°C)

Application Primary Secondary
Protege (1) (2) 20,000-31,000
(1) Information is not available from manufacturer.
(2) Remove distributor cap to measure secondary coil resistance.