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Need wiring digram from spark plugs to distributor cap

I need to recheck the wiring from the spark plugs to the distributor cap and need a diagram to make sure the spark plug wires are in the right position on the distributor cap...its for a 1997 jeep grand Cherokee Laredo

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Review the Jeep ZJ Repair Manual in the Firing Order (page 10 and 11) for 4.0L 6-cyl and 5.2L 8-cyl.

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