1971 Am General DJ5 Ignition Parts

Engine:
2.2L 134cid L4

18 Ignition parts are listed for the 1971 Am General DJ5, in 4 part types, covering the 2.2L 134cid L4 engine. Each one has a brand, a manufacturer part number and notes that say where it fits.

On the 1971 Am General DJ5, the ignition system delivers spark at the right moment — plugs, coils, wires, distributors and ignition modules. Most of the listed parts are Ignition Coil (8 parts), Distributor Cap (4 parts) and Distributor Rotor (3 parts). The other 1 part type covers the remaining 3 parts.

Distributor Cap

Premium

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
LILAND GLOBAL AL134LG
🇺🇸 US
Black Brass
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Standard Replacement

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
LILAND GLOBAL AL134BALG
🇺🇸 US
Black Aluminum
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STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS AL134
🇺🇸 US
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WELLS 5D1192
🇺🇸 US
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This table covers the Distributor caps. Typical signs include a leak at the neck, a cap that will not hold pressure, or a missing tether. Match the pressure rating or thread in the notes — radiator, reservoir and fuel caps are not interchangeable.

Distributor Rotor

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
LILAND GLOBAL AL154LG
🇺🇸 US
PremiumBlack Brass
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STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS AL154
🇺🇸 US
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WELLS 4R1016
🇺🇸 US
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This table covers the Distributor rotors. Typical signs include shudder under braking, or a lip at the outer edge. Do not put new pads on a rotor that is below minimum thickness.

Ignition Coil

Economy

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
FVP UC12F
🇺🇸 US
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HOLSTEIN 2IGC0056
🇺🇸 US
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SKP SKUC12
🇺🇸 US
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STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS UC12T
🇺🇸 US
T-Series
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Standard Replacement

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
NGK Popular 49030
🇺🇸 US
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WELLS Popular 5C1026
🇺🇸 US
Requires External Resistor: YES
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ACDELCO U505
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Professional
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STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS UC12
🇺🇸 US
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This table covers the coils that fire each spark plug. Typical signs include a misfire that follows one cylinder, a snap in damp weather, or a coil that is swollen or cracked. Swap a suspect coil with a neighbor to confirm, then replace boots that tore on the way off.

Spark Plug

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
CHAMPION 841
🇺🇸 US
Copper PlusPre-Set Gap: 0.03"
Fitment notes — CHAMPION 841
Copper PlusPre-Set Gap: 0.03"
Non-Resistor TypeOE TypeOE-Recommended Gap: 0.035"
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CHAMPION 8411
🇺🇸 US
Copper Plus
Fitment notes — CHAMPION 8411
Copper Plus
Non-Resistor TypeOE TypeOE-Recommended Gap: 0.035"
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CHAMPION 871
🇺🇸 US
Copper PlusPre-Set Gap: 0.03"
Fitment notes — CHAMPION 871
Copper PlusPre-Set Gap: 0.03"
Resistor TypeOE-Recommended Gap: 0.035"
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This table covers the spark plugs for this engine. Typical signs include misfire under load, rough idle, or a flashing check-engine light. Verify the gap even on pre-gapped plugs, and replace coil boots that come off a high-mileage engine.

Buying Ignition Parts for a 1971 Am General DJ5

On this vehicle, the ignition system delivers spark at the right moment — plugs, coils, wires, distributors and ignition modules.

  • Confirm you have the 2.2L 134cid L4 engine — every part on this page is matched to it.
  • Read the notes on each row for position, trim and spec qualifiers before you order.
  • Where labor overlaps, replace plugs and wires (or coil boots) as a set — one weak cylinder makes the whole set feel bad.
  • Cross-reference the manufacturer part number against your old part or a service-manual listing.

Start with the largest groups on this page: Ignition Coil and Distributor Cap .

Frequently Asked Questions

How many ignition parts fit the 1971 Am General DJ5?

Our catalog currently lists 18 ignition parts for the 1971 Am General DJ5 across 4 subcategories and 9 brands, covering the 2.2L 134cid L4 engine. Each part is matched to the engine(s) it fits.

What are the signs of ignition problems on a 1971 Am General DJ5?

Common symptoms include misfires under load, rough idle, flashing check-engine light, or poor starting in damp weather. If you notice any of these, identify the affected subcategory above and cross-reference the part numbers listed.

What spark-plug gap is listed for the 1971 Am General DJ5?

Notes on this page include pre-set gaps of 0.03" and 0.035". Still verify against spec — even “pre-gapped” plugs should be checked before they go in.

What should I replace at the same time?

Where labor overlaps, replace plugs and wires (or coil boots) as a set — one weak cylinder makes the whole set feel bad.

What do the market flags (US, CA, MX) on each part mean?

They show the market for which the manufacturer published application data for that part — where the vehicle was first sold, not where the part was made. If your 1971 Am General DJ5 was originally sold in the US, the safest choice is a part marked for the US market.

How do I make sure a part fits my 1971 Am General DJ5?

Every part on this page is matched to the 2.2L 134cid L4 engine. Then gap matters even on “pre-gapped” plugs — verify against spec, and replace coil boots when they come off a high-mileage engine. The notes column carries position and trim qualifiers where they apply.

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