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Ignition Coil Primary Signal Check

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  1. Select cylinder mode on BMW SERVICE TESTER (Sun 2013 Engine Analyzer). Connect universal adapter lead on tester. Connect Brown lead to known good engine ground. See Fig 1 . Connect Black lead to terminal No. 1 on Adapter (127020).
    Fig 1: Checking DIS Ignition Coil Primary Signal
    G95C31288Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.
  2. Connect adapter to ignition coil of cylinder being tested. Red lead is not used as only one cylinder can be measured. Engine speed displayed will be reduced by a factor of 4. Produce stopped signal on oscilloscope by pressing "R" button on tester. Combustion voltage line will be very erratic on oscilloscope pattern (this is normal).
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