1968 Evinrude Starflite 100 HP outboards Service Manual, Page 36Get this manual
cuit, and pass feeler gauge across the sensorHold Pulse Transformer high tension lead 38" from engine blockIf sparks are observed at the Pulse Transformer high tension lead each time the gap is bridged, the sensor is goodNo spark discharge would indicate that the sensor is defectiveIf the sensor checks out satisfactorily, check the air gap between the sensor rotor and the sensorWith sensor rotor lobe aligned with the sensor, the air gap should be .028"If necessary, adjust by loosening the sensor retaining screws and
Figure 4-10stator Screws 8DISTRIBUTORThe distributor cap and rotor should be probed for any cracks or carbonized tracksReplace any defective componentSee Figure 4-189SENSOR ADJUSTMENT aLoosen lift bracket screws and remove flywheel as described in Section 5bDisconnect stator leads and remove three screws securing stator and distributor cap to motorSee Figure 4-10cSwing distributor cap aSide and lift rotor and wave washer from crankshaftAvoid loss of this washer which serves to stabilize the rotorSee Figure 4-11dPosition the sensor rotor as shown in Figure 4-12Turn the ignition switch on, press on vacuum switch diaphragm to close ignition cirFigure 4-12Checking Sensor