Pickup coil

[Barbara]

Ok so I'm trying to replace the pickup coil in my 85 ranger v6 2.8 duraspark. I'm trying to pull that round paddle looking thing out with 2 pry bars but it won't come out n I'm afraid I will break it. I really need help

 

[85_Ranger4x4]

They can be a bugger and they do break.

I don't know how much crosses over but here is a write up from when I changed the one on my 302.

Replacing SBF Duraspark Pickup Coil

Original Poster: 85_Ranger4x4 Difficulty: 3 out of 10 Time to install: 1hr Disclaimer: The Ranger Station.com, The Ranger Station.com Staff, nor the original poster are responsible for you doing this modification to your vehicle. By doing this modification and following this how-to you, the...

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[RonD]

Good read here: https://www.therangerstation.com/forums/index.php?threads/replacing-sbf-duraspark-pickup-coil.180738/

Yes, it can break if its old

 

[19Walt93]

I put one screw driver under either side and pry gently and evenly until they slide off. It's called a reluctor, if you break it you have a better chance of getting the right one with the correct name.