> *>True. Even the electronic ignition systems in new cars (Toyota in
> *>particular) do not survive losing a spark plug wire with engine running.
>
> So what do you do when you adjust them ?! Put on a dummy load ? I've heard
> of lead pencils being used for this in a pinch.

You don't ever disconnect a wire with the engine running. An engine
analyzer will show you weak cylinders, etc. But I do not know the
"backyard mechanic's method" for new cars now that pulling the wires is
not allowed.

-Bob

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