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1990 Chevrolet Caprice Repair Question


Topics covered: Spark, Engine, Ignition module.
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Asked on February 5, 2011

Fire to spark plugs

My 1990 caprice will start but 4 of my spark plugs are not gettting fire, whats wrong?
Avatar Asked by ByronChevyman

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Replied on February 5, 2011

How long since tune-up. plugs--plug wires--cap and rotor. Any applicable mil codes? Did you visually check for spark at the plugs?

Tiny Answered by JDL (expert)
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Replied on February 7, 2011

I just gave it a tune up a few days ago..And yes I visually checked by pulling them out 1 by 1 and 4 of them didnt change the motor and wasn't gettin a spark

Tiny Response from ByronChevyman
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Replied on February 7, 2011

Use a test lite on negative side of coil, engine cranking, there should be a pulse? If no pulse, suspect the ignition module or pick-up coil. There should be primary voltage at the coil with key on.

Tiny Answered by JDL (expert)
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