MSD 8201 Installation

MSD Pro Power Coil

PN 8201

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CAUTION: Due to some printer settings, it is recommended to compare the document

to the actual part dimensions before drilling holes! If the printed document
does not match the actual part dimensions, correct the printer scaling settings
and print again.

Parts Included:

1 - Pro Power Coil
3 - Vibration Mounts

This Coil is designed for use
with an MSD 7AL-2, PN 7220,
7AL-2 Plus, PN 7222, the 7AL­3, PN 7230 and MSD 8 Igni­tions only.

Note: Do not connect to an

MSD 6 Series or Digital
Series Ignition Con­trol.

Use the template to the right
for help in mounting the coil
with the supplied vibration
mounts.

Note: MSD also offers a Billet

Bracket, PN 8218, that
fits existing holes on a
typical big block Chev­rolet cylinder head.

PRIMARY WIRE

Pro Power Coil Mounting Template.

ROUTING

The primary terminals of the
Pro Power Coil are located
on the back of the coil. These
wires must be routed away
from the secondary terminal
(coil tower) to prevent the
chance of a misfire. Figure 1
shows the correct routing of
the wires.

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PRIMARY WIRING

Figure 1 Correct Routing.

Figure 2 Incorrect Routing.

ORANGE

BLACK

PRO

POWER

COIL

Note: It is recommended to route the coil

primary wires (orange and black)
away from the magnetic pickup or
trigger wires.

Figure 3 Wiring the Pro Power Coil.

Service

In case of malfunction, this MSD component will be repaired free of charge according to the terms of the warranty.

When returning MSD components for warranty service, Proof of Purchase must be supplied for verification. After
the warranty period has expired, repair service is based on a minimum and maximum fee.

All returns must have a Return Material Authorization (RMA) number issued to them before

being returned. To obtain an RMA number please contact MSD Customer Service at 1 (888) MSD-7859 or visit
our website at www.msdperformance.com/rma to automatically obtain a number and shipping information.

When returning the unit for repair, leave all wires at the length in which you have them installed. Be sure to include
a detailed account of any problems experienced, and what components and accessories are installed on the vehicle.
The repaired unit will be returned as soon as possible using Ground shipping methods (ground shipping is covered
by warranty). For more information, call MSD at [phone]. MSD technicians are available from 7:00 a.m. to
5:00 p.m. Monday - Friday (mountain time).

Limited Warranty

M

SD warrants this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship under its intended normal use*,
when properly installed and purchased from an authorized MSD dealer, for a period of one year from the date of
the original purchase. This warranty is void for any products purchased through auction websites. If found to be
defective as mentioned above, it will be repaired or replaced at the option of MSD. Any item that is covered under
this warranty will be returned free of charge using Ground shipping methods.
This shall constitute the sole remedy of the purchaser and the sole liability of MSD. To the extent permitted by
law, the foregoing is exclusive and in lieu of all other warranties or representation whether expressed or implied,
including any implied warranty of merchantability or fitness. In no event shall MSD or its suppliers be liable for special
or consequential damages.
*Intended normal use means that this item is being used as was originally intended and for the original application
as sold by MSD. Any modifications to this item or if it is used on an application other than what MSD markets the
product, the warranty will be void. It is the sole responsibility of the customer to determine that this item will work for
the application they are intending. MSD will accept no liability for custom applications.

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