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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Radio/cassette player and graphic equaliser - removal and refitting
Note: The information in this Section applies to Ford original equipment fitment components. Radio Early models Removal 1 Disconnect the battery. 2 Pull off the control knobs, the tuning knob s ...

Thermo-viscous cooling fan (SOHC models) - removal and refitting
Removal 1 Disconnect the battery negative lead. 2 Remove the four retaining clips and unscrew the two retaining screws, then withdraw the upper section of the fan shroud (see illustrations). 1 ...

Distributorless Ignition System (DIS) components - removal and refitting
Electronic modules 1 Refer to Section 6. DIS coil 2 Refer to Section 4. Engine speed sensor Removal 3 Disconnect the battery negative lead. 4 Disconnect the sensor wiring plug (see illustratio ...