Distributor Cap: Testing and Inspection

Disassembled View Of Breakerless Type Distributor:

1. Remove the clips securing the cap to the distributor.
2. Remove the ignition wires from the cap.
3. Inspect the cap for cracks or damage due to heat or arcing.
4. Inspect the terminals inside the cap for excessive corrosion and damage.
5. Inspect the ignition wire terminals for excessive corrosion.
If the corrosion cannot be removed with reasonable measures, replace the cap.
Replace the cap if it fails the above tests.