Specifications and general information The engine electrical system includes all components related to ignition, charging, starting the engine. Since their functions are directly related to the operation of...
Removing and installing the battery 1. Disconnect both wires from the battery terminals. Caution: Always disconnect the negative battery cable first, and connect it last, otherwise you may short-circuit...
Checking and replacing battery wires 1. Periodically check the battery wires along their entire length for damage, cracks, burnt insulation and corrosion. Weak wiring causes difficulty starting the engine,...
General information about the ignition system The ignition system of Tauras / Sable models is a rigid stationary structure, consisting of an ignition unit, a coil, a distributor, spark plug wires and the spark plugs...
Checking the ignition system Warning: This test requires special care, because the system generates very high voltage at the spark plugs. Method using a calibrated ignition tester 1. If the engine...
Distributor — removal and installation Withdrawal 1. Disconnect the primary wire from the coil ( see section 6 ). 2. Disconnect the electrical connector of the module (see picture). 3. Find a number "1" on...
Checking and adjusting the ignition timing 1. Apply the parking brake, block the wheels. Put the automatic transmission in position "parking" mechanical to neutral. Turn off all additional appliances (heater, air...
Electronic ignition unit check and replacement Caution: The electronic ignition unit is very fragile. The following tests can only be carried out on properly selected equipment by a person who knows how to handle it....
Power supply system — general information and safety The power supply system includes a generator, an external or internal voltage regulator, a charge indicator or signal light, a battery, a fuse, and wires connecting the...
Checking the power supply system 1. If something has happened to the power supply circuit, check the following connections: A) the contact points of the battery wires with the battery - make sure they...
Generator — removal and installation 1. Disconnect the wire from the negative battery terminal. 2. Disconnect the generator electrical connector (this is if the car is equipped with an IAR type generator)...
Replacement of alternator brushes (EVR type) 1. Remove the alternator as directed in section 13 . Note: to identify the type of spare parts for the generator, use the numbers located on the front of the case (see...
Replacing the External Voltage Regulator (EVR) 1. Disconnect the wire from the negative battery terminal. 2. Locate the voltage regulator near the battery (see picture). 3. The regulator is easier to replace by first...
Starting system — general information The starting system cranks the engine over to start it. It includes motor and starter relay, battery switch, connecting wires. On automatic transmission vehicles, there...
Checking the engine and starter circuit Note: Before diagnosing the starter, make sure the battery is fully charged. General check 1. If the starter motor does not turn at all when the ignition is on, check if...
Removal and installation of the starter motor 1. Disconnect the wire from the negative battery terminal. 2. Raise the car, install it on racks. 3. Disconnect the large cable from the starter motor contact (see...
Removal and installation of the starter relay 1. Disconnect the wire from the negative battery terminal. 2. Mark the wires and terminals, then disconnect the neutral sensor wire (only for automatic transmission),...