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CDI (Capacitive Discharge Ignition) Removal

A step-by-step guide for the safe removal of the Capacitive Discharge Ignition (CDI) unit, ensuring all necessary electrical isolation and discharge procedures are completed prior to disconnection and extraction from the ignition system.
Shield AI
08/03/2026

CDI (Capacitive Discharge Ignition) Removal

This procedure provides the steps for safely removing the CDI (Capacitive Discharge Ignition) unit using the required PPE and tools while documenting the completion of the task. Dispose of the removed CDI according to the required scrapping process, report any issues encountered, and contact the Mechanical Team if support is needed.

    PPE & TOOLS

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    CDI Deinstallation

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    if the answer is "oneOf [Incomplete]"

    Describe Issue or Blocker preventing completion

    if the answer is "oneOf [Incomplete]"

    Use pictures where applicable to show Issue/Blocker

    Add or drag pictures
    if the answer is "oneOf [Complete]"

    Provide photos as evidence of completion

    Add or drag pictures
Source: Shield AI (Community Member)

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