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Ignition System: Distributor

All models are equipped with an EZL electronic ignition system. The distributor is a breakerless, transistorized unit. No regular maintenance or adjustments are necessary as timing is controlled by the ignition control module.

Fig 1: Firing Order & Distributor Rotation
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