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Ignition Coil: Testing and Inspection

Ignition Coil Resistance Testing - Primary Coil:





- Disconnect ignition coil electrical connector.
- Measure resistance across primary terminals.

Should be 0.40 - 0.50 ohms


Ignition Coil Resistance Testing - Secondary Coil:





- Remove coil high tension wire.
- Measure resistance between high voltage terminal and indicated connector terminal.

Should be 10.2 - 13.8k ohms

- Replace coil if results are not achieved.