Ignition system — general information An ignition spark is generated in the ignition system, which ignites the air-fuel mixture in the combustion chamber of the corresponding cylinder. To enable the...
Precautions when working with the ignition system For electronic ignition systems, the ignition voltage can be up to 30 kV. Under unfavorable conditions, such as moisture in the engine compartment, voltage peaks can...
Checking the ignition coil 1.2 / 1.3 / 1.5 L engines produced from January 1984 to August 1990 The ignition coil is located on the mudguard. The resistance of the primary winding of the ignition...
Checking the ignition wires With an increase in the resistance of the ignition wires, difficulties may arise when starting the engine and malfunctions in the ignition system. Disconnect the earth...
Replacing breaker contacts Over time, burnouts are formed on the surface of the interrupter contacts, noticeable by elevations and craters. In addition, the plastic slider wears out. Because of...
Checking/adjusting the closing angle To accurately set the closing angle of the breaker contacts at service stations, a special device is used to measure the closing angle. This device has the advantage of...
Checking / setting the ignition timing On engines with a mechanical interrupter ignition system, the ignition timing should be checked, and possibly set, after adjusting the breakout contacts and as part of...
Removal and installation of the distributor of ignition The distributor of ignition is set in motion from a camshaft. Until August 1990, it was fixed next to the intake manifold, behind the cylinder head. Since September...
Spark plugs — general information The spark plug consists of a central electrode, an insulator with a housing and a ground electrode. The central electrode is hermetically fixed in the insulator, the...
Recommended Spark Plug Parameters for COLT / LANCER MITSUBISHI COLT / LANCER production vehicles are mostly equipped with NGK or Nippon Denso spark plugs. Standardization of spark plugs varies from manufacturer to...