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Old 04-26-2005, 09:19 AM
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The cap should have no burned contacts on it or carbon tracking. The rotor itself should be clean and not burned away. You can try cleaning the contacts but if they are badly burned you will increase the spark gap inside and lower your spark at the plugs. Wires should be changed especially if they have not been done for years. The insulation breaks down and if you run the engine at night you will see arcing from the wires to the block/body at several spots along the wires. The IAC (Idle Air Control) is mounted right in front of the Air cleaner next to the thermostat. It regulates the idle speed by bypassing the closed throttle valve and letting in air past it. It gets clogged up with carbon deposits and can stick open or closed. Any good carb cleaner will do the job. Ebay is a great source for ignition parts.
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