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Ignition Hall Effect Sensor: Testing and Inspection

Fig. 13 Testing remote coil distributor pickup coil w/Hall Effect switch:




Fig. 14 Testing Hall Effect switch:






Hall Effect Switch Testing (If Equipped)
1. Noting polarity, connect battery and suitable voltmeter as shown in Fig. 14.
2. Voltmeter should read less than 0.5 volts. If not, replace Hall Effect switch.
3. Insert knife blade as shown in Fig. 14. Voltmeter should read within 0.5 volts of battery voltage. If not, replace Hall Effect switch.