[swurvinervin]

Any suggestion where to start? I replace the ignition coil and there is still no spark.

[Fordgazm]

Try putting on a new tfi module that should do it . Either that or you have a wiring problem . I'm bettin on the tfi module though .

[GhostDog 5.0]

Did it happen all of the sudden or it has been getting progressively worse?

Are you sure you have a good enough ground for the battery ?

[somersdp]

You need to trace the spark. Do you have a spark at the Distributor? Take the coil wire off and ground it with a spark plug in it and check. If you do then check at the #1 cylinder. You need to find out where it is stopping and let us know so we have some idea on what component is not operating correctly. Do you have fuel pressure at the Schrader Valve everytime you put the key back in the run position? Just checking.

[swurvinervin]

It happened all of a sudden. I checked the coil wire with no spark at the coil. I need to get a spark before I know it is a fuel problem. What about the EEC power relay?

[swurvinervin]

Is there any way to get the tfi module out with out taking the distributor out?

[GhostDog 5.0]

There are two small allen screws or bolts that hold it into the distributor. They sell an ignition module tool for fords at common auto part stores. Just pull down after the screws are out and the connection is off. Be sure it comes with di-electric grease (white stuff_ and you put a good coat on the back of the module.

Take your coil and module in for testing.

[CobraR5000]

Yeah you have to...I thought I could do it without taking the whole distributor out, but nope. The whole thing has to come out. Just be carefull when u do, not to missalign it when replacing.

[swurvinervin]

so how do i take the distributor out?

[GhostDog 5.0]

Originally posted by CobraR5000
Yeah you have to...I thought I could do it without taking the whole distributor out, but nope. The whole thing has to come out. Just be carefull when u do, not to missalign it when replacing.

What the hell are you talking about. There are two small holes in the ignition module that hold it to the distributor. You loosen those bolts and the module slides down and out.

The only reason to pull the distributor is if the pickup coil in the distributor went bad. But that's something else.

The ignition module tool is really a socket but with very small walls. Do not overtighten when you reinstall.

[Tominator]

Originally posted by swurvinervin
so how do i take the distributor out?

http://fordfuelinjection.com/index.htm

Look under 'ignition.'

[GhostDog 5.0]

I do not recommend a person that has never taken the distributor out to attempt it. They can put it in wrong very easily and make their car run like crap because of the incorrect installation. Also you must stamp your timing mark on the block and distributor if you do not have a timing light. Do not trust "eyeballing it ."

Here is a pic of the ignition module tool.

[GhostDog 5.0]

Here is a pic of the back of the ignition module. Apply the white dielectric grease to this area.

[GhostDog 5.0]

Also, to make sure your timing chain didnt go south, lift off your distributor cap and note the location of the rotor. Give the motor a small crank and see if it turns.

[swurvinervin]

I already checked that the rotor was moving. so i dont think that it is the timing chain.