[urq] intermittent ignition cutout, tach drops to zero

[n-engelbert at terrans.net]

That's heat transfer compound.  Similar stuff as to what's between the
processor and heat sink/fan combo in your computer.  Its purpose is to
eliminate air pockets between the switch and its heat sink, but don't use
too much of it as the grease itself isn't a very good conductor of heat. 
You can get some at your local computer parts store, and maybe even at the
local flaps.

HTH!

Nathan Engelbert
83 UrQ DA900453
89 90q
91 200q20v donor
91 200q20v avant


> I just removed the ignition module and the bottom of it is coated with
> what looks like
> white lithium grease.  Should I clean this off and replace it dry or does
> it serve some
> sort of purpose?
>
> The loaner ignition module that I have is clean on the bottom but there is
> some evidence
> around one of the screw holes that it had the same white goo on the bottom
> at some point
> previously.
>
> Should I transfer some of the stuff to the "new" module before I install
> it?
>
> Thanks,
> Ed
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