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Except 3.8L

  1. Disconnect "Spout" in-line connector at TFI module. Connect Spark Tester (D81P-6666-A) between ignition coil wire and engine ground. See Fig 1. Crank engine. Check for spark at tester. If no spark occurs, perform IGNITION COIL PRIMARY RESISTANCE  test.
  2. If spark occurs, check Profile Ignition Pick-Up (PIP) and ignition ground wires for continuity. Repair as necessary. If these items are okay, go to appropriate ELECTRONIC ENGINE CONTROL IV article under TESTING & DIAGNOSTICS.
Fig 1: TFI Ignition Module Test
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