Ignition Coil: Service and Repair

REMOVAL




1. Depending on which coil (3) is being removed, the throttle body air intake tube or intake box may need to be removed to gain access to coil.
2. Unlock electrical connector (1) by moving slide lock first. Press on release lock while pulling electrical connector (1) from coil.
3. Clean area at base of coil with compressed air before removal.
4. Remove two mounting bolts (2) (note that mounting bolts are retained to coil).
5. Carefully pull up coil (3) from valve cover (4) with a slight twisting action.
6. Remove coil (3) from vehicle.

INSTALLATION




1. Using compressed air, blow out any dirt or contaminants from around top of spark plug.
2. Position ignition coil (3) into valve cover (4) and push onto spark plug. Twist coil into position.
3. Install 2 coil mounting bolts (2). Tighten to 12 N.m (105 in.lbs.).
4. Connect electrical connector (1) to coil by snapping into position.
5. If necessary, install throttle body air tube.