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Computer Check

  1. Be sure all connectors are attached to computer. Disconnect harness connectors from coil primary terminals. Install 12-volt test lamp between 2 connectors just removed. See Fig 1.
  2. Crank engine. At cranking speed, lamp should flicker. If so, proceed to next check. If not, replace computer.
Fig 1: Test Lamp Hookup for Checking Computer Attach 12-volt lamp to disconnected coil primary leads.
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