Distributor Hardware Test
- Disconnect distributor 2-wire or 3-wire pigtail. Set voltmeter on 2.5 volts scale and connect voltmeter between pins No. 3 and 7. See Figure and Figure. While cranking engine, voltmeter should oscillate.
- If voltmeter does not oscillate, remove distributor cap and check distributor assembly for damage. Iron stator must not be broken. Armature must be tight on sleeve and rotate when engine is cranking.
- If distributor assembly is okay and voltmeter will not oscillate, replace magnetic pick-up (stator) assembly.