Remove the spark plug wires from the distributor cap.
Using a wrench, remove the spark plug wires one by one from the distributor cap.
Disconnect the negative battery cable.
Using a wrench, disconnect the negative battery cable from the battery terminal.
Locate the ignition coil.
The ignition coil is typically located on the side of the engine near the distributor.
Remove the coil mounting bolts and remove the coil.
Use a wrench to remove the coil mounting bolts and then remove the coil from the engine.
Check the primary resistance of the coil.
Connect one of the multimeter leads to the positive (+) terminal on the coil and the other lead to the negative (-) terminal. The resistance should be between 1 and 2 ohms. If it is not, the coil is faulty and needs to be replaced.
Test the secondary resistance of the coil
Connect one of the multimeter leads to the positive terminal on the coil and the other lead to the spark plug wire terminal on the coil. The multimeter should read between 9000 to 22000 ohms. If it does not, the coil is faulty and needs to be replaced.
