Ignition System — Routine Maintenance

The operations below are performed at the frequency specified in section "Routine Maintenance" at the beginning of this Guide.

1. Remove and carefully inspect the spark plugs. If the porcelain insulator is damaged, the spark plug should be replaced. Check and adjust spark gap. Spark plugs are replaced at specified intervals, regardless of their condition.

2. Remove the distributor cap, slider, top and support plates and drop 1-2 drops of engine oil into the middle of the recess on the cam. Lubricate the surfaces of the cam with Vaseline. Be careful not to apply too much lubricant, as... its excess can get onto the breaker contacts, which will make starting the engine extremely difficult.

3. Inspect the contact surfaces of the breaker. If they are pitted or burned, the gap cannot be adjusted correctly and therefore the contacts must be replaced. Adjust the angle of the closed state of the contacts. The breaker contacts are replaced at specified intervals, regardless of their condition.

4. Inspect the wires and terminals for damage and cracks in the insulation. Check that the wires are securely fastened. Wires with damaged cores must be replaced. The condition of the insulation of high voltage wires is of particular importance, because if it is damaged, the voltage may go to the nearest "mass", which will lead to loss of spark at the spark plug. Check the fastening of the high voltage wires and see if they are rubbing against the engine, because this can cause premature wear of the insulation.