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Intermittent Operation Check

  1. Connect spark tester to 2 different spark plug wires. If no spark, go to Ignition System Check. If spark on either or both wires, check for dwell increase from low to high RPM.
  2. Check pick-up coil and Hall Effect switch (if equipped). Replace if faulty. If pick-up coil and Hall Effect switch are good and dwell did not increase, replace HEI-EST module. If good, but dwell did increase, check fuel system, spark plug wires, distributor cap, and spark plugs.