7.3
Section 7
Electrical System and Components
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Figure 7-2. Electronic CD Ignition System.
Electronic CD Ignition System
These engines are equipped with a dependable
electronic, capacitive discharge (CD) ignition system.
The system consists of the following components:
• A magnet assembly which is permanently affixed
to the flywheel.
• An electronic, capacitive discharge ignition
module which mounts on the engine crankcase.
Kill Switch or Off
Position of Key Switch
Air Gap
0.203/0.305 mm
(0.008-0.012 in.)
Flywheel
Magnet
Ignition Module
Spark Plug
Lamination (A)
Kill Terminal (B)
Spark Plug
Terminal (C)
Spark Plug Boot
• A spark plug.
• A kill switch (or key switch), which grounds the
module to stop the engine.