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Ic Ignition Unit Ground Circuit Check

  1. Connect voltmeter negative lead to battery negative terminal. Connect positive lead to the connection points shown in Fig 1.
    Fig 1: Hookups for IC Ignition Unit Ground Circuit Check Connect positive lead as shown.
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  2. Pull high tension wire from distributor cap and ground it. Turn ignition switch to "START" position and observe voltmeter reading while cranking engine.
  3. If voltage reads 0.5 volts or less, replace IC ignition unit. If voltage is more than 0.5 volts, check distributor ground wiring from chassis to battery, including battery connections.