Maintenance and Adjustments
Teledyne Continental Motors, Inc.
TM
9-16
IOF-240 Series Engine Maintenance Manual
29 November 2006
Spark Tower Identification
Spark Tower Identification
Figure 9-6.
Ignition Lead Wire Connections to ECUs
COAT
B-NUT
FERRULE
COAT
B-NUT
FERRULE
Figure 9-7.
Coating Insulating Sleeve: MS 122 DF Spray on Ignition Lead Wire
5.
Connect the lead wires as follows:
a.
Insert the spring-end of the lead into the spark tower.
b.
While holding the ferrule, firmly push the rubber insulator into the tower.
c.
When the B-nut thread makes contact with the spark tower threads, turn the B-nut
clockwise.
d.
Restrain the lead wire ferrule to prevent kinking of the lead.
e.
Continue rotating the B-nut until it seats.
f.
Torque the B-nut per Appendix B.
CAUTION: Do not allow the ignition lead wire ferrule to twist while
tightening the B-nut. If twisting is observed, hold the knurled portion
of the B-nut shoulder with a wrench while tightening the B-nut.
6.
Route leads as far away as possible from exhaust pipes to ensure they are not exposed
to temperatures in excess of 400°F (204°C).
7.
Route the ignition leads with the bundled wiring of the engine low voltage harness to
provide additional support. Adhere to the guidelines in Appendix C, “Harness
Routing” Use cable ties to neatly bundle and secure the ignition leads to the engine
and airframe.