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Figure 5-36. Spark Tester Table 5-16. Spark Plug Cables FRONT 19.0-19.25 482.6-489.0 4750-11,230 Perform spark plug cable resistance test. Remove spark plug cable from spark plug and igni- tion coil. For best results, use a needle nose pliers for removal/installation on coil. Gently grasp cable as close to terminals as possible. Using an ohmmeter, touch probes to terminals on each end plug cable. Compare resistance values to Table 5-16. Replace cables not meeting specifications. Reinstall and repeat procedure on other spark plug cable. If carbon tracking is evident on out

MISFIRE AT IDLE OR UNDER LOAD
d0273x8x SPECIFICATION Length in. Length mm Resistance-ohms a. b. c.

3. 4. 5. 6.

TESTER (Part No. HD- TESTER (Part No. HD- Remove spark plug cable from spark plug. Visually Attach cable to SPARK TESTER. Clip tester to cylin- While cranking engine, watch for spark to jump Reinstall and repeat procedure on other spark plug

Misfire at Idle or Under Load Battery condition and connections may also cause mis- fires. See BATTERY in the Softail Service Manual for Fuel system problems may also cause misfires. Consult 5.15 FUEL PRESSURE TEST and then see symptom tables under 5.5 INITIAL DIAGNOSTIC CHECK: EFI. Mechanical problems with the engine may cause mis- fires. See Section 3 of the Softail Service Manual for Vehicle modifications including intake and exhaust may The reference numbers below correlate with the circled num- bers on the Test 5.17 flow charts. 1WARNING 1WARNING Any open spark around gasoline or other combusti

GENERAL more information. more information. cause misfires. DIAGNOSTICS Diagnostic Notes BOX: EFI See cable.

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