Mallory Ignition Mallory DISTRIBUTOR CAP - IGNITION COIL REPLACEMENT 0011 - Manual

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DISTRIBUTOR CAP -
IGNITION COIL REPLACEMENT
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
FORM 1577 06/03
GENERAL INFORMATION
1. Disconnect the feed and module connectors from
the distributor cap.
2. Remove the spark plug wire retainer, if so
equipped.
3. Remove the coil cover. Retain the screws and
cover.
4. Using needle nose pliers, lift the coil leads out of
the distributor cap.
IF REPLACING CAP ONLY
1. Depress and twist to release the four distributor
cap retaining screws. Remove the cap from the
distributor.
2. Install the new carbon brush and spring in the cap.
It is recommended to apply silicone grease to the
rubber washer for a better seal, then place the
washer into position in the cap.
3. Install coil following the above instructions and
making sure the leads are in position as indicated
in the illustration.
4. Reinstall original coil mounting screws, coil cover,
cover retaining screws, and distributor cap on
distributor.
5. Reinstall spark plug wires and retaining rings (if
applicable) then reconnect feed and module
connectors to the distributor cap.
IF REPLACING COIL ONLY
1. Remove and discard the original rubber washer and
clean the coil cavity thoroughly.
2. Before installing the new washer, it is recommended
to apply silicone dielectric grease to both sides of
the washer for a better seal.
3. Place the greased washer into the cleaned cap
making sure the carbon brush and spring are in
position first, then place the coil in position. Be
sure to reinstall ground strap or ground wire.
4. Place coil leads in the cap as shown and reconnect
the feed and module connectors to the cap.
5. Reinstall coil cover, wires, and retaining ring if used.
NOTE: TO PREVENT DAMAGE TO THE CAP, USE
THE SCREWS PROVIDED WITH THE COIL. TOO
LONG SCREWS WILL PUNCTURE CAP CAUSING A
SHORT TO GROUND IN THE SECONDARY.
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FORM 1577
06/03
Made in U.S.A.
Printed in U.S.A.
THIS LEAD
WILL BE
WHITE OR
YELLOW
BLACK LEAD
GROUND
(SOME MODELS)
RED
LEAD
DISTRIBUTOR CAP COMPONENTS
COIL COVER
COIL
RUBBER INSULATOR
CARBON BRUSH
& SPRING
GROUND STRAP
(NOT USED ON
ALL MODELS)
CAP