Ignition Control Module: Service and Repair
REMOVALTFI Module:
1. Using a phillips head screwdriver, remove screws attaching the leaf screen to top of cowl assembly.
2. Separate engine compartment/cowl seal strip from leaf screen and cowl dash extension panel in the area of ignition module assembly.
3. Lift off leaf screen to allow access to ignition module assembly.
4. Disconnect harness connector from the module assembly.
NOTE: It may be necessary to rotate the distributor to remove module connectors. To disconnect the module connector, push on the connector where it says PUSH, then slide connector from module.
5. Remove two nut/washer assemblies (11mm hex-head) attached ignition module/heatsink assembly to cowl dash extension panel.
6. Remove module/heatsink assembly.
7. Remove two ignition module retaining screws and remove ignition module from heatsink.
8. While holding module connector shroud with one hand, pull seal off other end of module.
INSTALLATION
1. Coat metal base plate of ignition module uniformly with dielectric silicone compound, approximately 1/32 in. (0.79mm) thick.
2. Place module onto heatsink. Install two retaining screws. Tighten to 15-35 in lb (1.7-4.0 Nm).
3. Push seal over module connector shroud and heatsink studs with metal part toward heatsink.
4. Insert module/heatsink assembly in cowl dash extension panel enough to have mounting studs protrude into the engine compartment side.
5. Hand-tighten previously removed nut/washer assemblies. Tighten nuts to 44-70 in lb (5-8 Nm).
6. Connect wire harness connector to ignition module assembly.
7. Install leaf screen and screws.
8. Install engine compartment/cowl panel and seal strip.