Fiat Bravo Quiz
Ignition/spark plugs

Check spark plug leads

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1.4/1.6 L engine

  • Switch off the ignition.

  • 1.4 L engine: unscrew the spark plug lead cover.

  • Pull off the spark plug connector by the connector only, not by the lead.

  • Disconnect the spark plug leads from the ignition coil. Before disconnecting, mark them so they can be reconnected in firing order.

    The cylinder assignment is also marked on the spark plug leads.

    Cylinder 1 is the cylinder on the timing belt side of the engine.

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  • Use an ohmmeter to check the resistance of the ignition leads. The nominal value is 3 - 20 kΩ, depending on the cable length.

  • If the resistance is too high, clean the cable connections and repeat the test. Replace the cable if necessary.

  • Check the insulation of the ignition leads: bend the cable in a tight radius near the spark plug connector and check for cracks. Replace all spark plug leads if necessary.

  • Connect the spark plug connectors and spark plug leads in firing order 1 - 3 - 4 - 2, according to the markings.

  • 1.4 L engine: screw on the spark plug lead cover.

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