Ignition Cable: Service and Repair

SPARK PLUG CABLE SERVICE
Failure to route the cables properly could cause the radio to reproduce ignition noise, cross ignition of the spark plugs or short circuit the cables to ground.

Removal
Remove spark plug cable from coil first.
Always remove the spark plug cable by grasping the top of the spark plug insulator, turning the boot 1/2 turn and pulling straight up in a steady motion.

Installation
Install spark plug insulators over spark plugs. Ensure the top of the spark plug insulator covers the upper end of the spark plug tube. The connect the other end to coil pack. On SOHC engines, be sure that dual plastic clip holds #1,#2 cables off of valve cover and that PCV hose plastic clip holds #3 cable away from metal PCV clamp and edge of air duct. On DOHC , be sure that the plastic clip on PCV hose is positioned so that cable clip is beneath hose, and that #1 cable is snapped into this clip to protect it from metal PCV clamp.