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Ignition Cable: Description and Operation

SPARK PLUG CABLE

DESCRIPTION
Spark plug cables are used only on the 2.4L 4 cylinder engine. They are sometimes referred to as secondary ignition wires.

OPERATION
2.4L 4 cylinder engine only: The spark plug cables transfer electrical current from the ignition coil(s) and/or distributor, to individual spark plugs at each cylinder. The resistive spark plug cables are of nonmetallic construction. The cables provide suppression of radio frequency emissions from the ignition system.