Ignition Cable: Description and Operation

1990 Subaru XT-6 4WD L6-2.7L SOHCSECTION Description and Operation

Ignition Wire:





PURPOSE
Conduct high voltage from the ignition coil to distributor cap and from the distributor cap to the spark plugs.

CONSTRUCTION
The ignition wires have an internal resistance to suppress radio static and to eliminate static that may interfere with sensitive computer components.
RENDER: 1.0x

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