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Old Nov 5, 2004 | 07:43 AM
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Is there a way they can be tested?
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Old Nov 5, 2004 | 07:45 AM
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Best procedure for testing them is bolting them up to another 3800. The testers at AutoZone (and the like) aren't accurate.
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Old Nov 5, 2004 | 09:29 AM
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Check out techinfo for the procedure.
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Many coils only fail when hot. Keep that in mind while using Techinfo.
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Old Nov 6, 2004 | 09:52 AM
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Simple test:
I use an OHM meter accross the two terminals of each coil.
You shouls get a reading of close to infinity. If any one coil checks lower than the rest its should be replaced.
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