1986 Buick Electra no spark

1986 BUICK ELECTRA
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GF1973
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1986 Buick Electra 6 cyl Front Wheel Drive Automatic

How do I check for spark on a coil pack? If no spark then what?
Jun 19, 2009 at 11:55 PM
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LOUT5369
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I would use a spark checker,they are available at your local parts store,remove the wire from the sparkplug insert spark checker,then attach to metal(exhaust bolt,manifold)have a helper crank engine,watch for spark or listen for snapping sound,if no spark found at any wires,you'll need to scan computer for crank signal/camsignal,it may be a good idea to check for injector pulse at this time also. Good Luck,Lou
Jul 31, 2009 at 6:08 AM
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