What tools to remove EDIS from scrap vehicle?

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spandit
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What tools to remove EDIS from scrap vehicle?

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If I pitch up at my local scrappie, what tools do I need to remove the EDIS module and crank sensor? Don't want to lug masses of stuff about

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Post by javierant3 »

Hello, generally with a few tools you can remove almost all the parts you need. I remember that the EDIS module is secured by two medium size philips screws. The crank sensor has one torx headed bolt, I can`t remember if it`s torx 25 or torx30, I think it`s torx30 but not sure. If you want the cables just cut them with a suitable tool.

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Post by Ken555 »

Battery Angle Grinder, is what I used! :oops:

You might find the screws have rusted into place, I just cut around the mounts, and ground the head off the crank sensor as I remember it being a Torx.

Depends on the scrap yard policy on damaging other components, mine doesn't care. I watched people with petrol stilsaws removing engines. As long as you have a fire extinguisher with you, he's ok about it.

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Post by brentp »

Ford uses a small bolt for mounting the EDIS modules on some models- 6,7 or 8mm- definitely smaller than 10. On other cars, like the US market Escort, they use a bracket with 10mm bolts attached to the body.

Bring a razor knife to split the wiring harness shielding as far back as you can, and clip the individual wires. You're not going to cut the whole thing at once unless you bring a very big cutter.
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spandit
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Post by spandit »

Thanks, chaps. I've just got to find one locally now. I see new coilpacks are only £15 off eBay so might go down that route

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