Ignition systems

The ignition system is divided into two circuits, low tension (primary) and high tension (secondary). The low tension circuit consists of the battery, ignition switch, primary coil windings and the contact breaker points and condenser. The high tension circuit consists of the secondary coil windings, the heavy ignition lead from the centre of the distributor cap to the coil, the rotor arm and the spark plug leads and spark plugs.

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Condenser (contact breaker system) - testing, removal and refitting
Note: Refer to the precautions given in Section 1 before proceeding. Testing 1 The purpose of the condenser is to prevent excessive arcing of the contact breaker points, and to ensure that a rapi ...

Throttle valve control motor (1.6 and 1.8 litre (R6A type) CVH) - removal and refitting
1.6 litre 1 Disconnect the battery negative lead. 2 Remove the air cleaner. 3 Disconnect the wiring connectors from the throttle valve control motor, and the throttle position sensor, pulling on ...

Light laden valve (Van models) - adjustment, removal and refitting
1 The light laden valve used on Van models is a pressure regulating valve which reacts to suspension height according to vehicle load. The valve is mounted on the underside of the vehicle above th ...