P0355
High SeverityIgnition Coil E Primary/Secondary Circuit
Ignition System
P0355 — Instant Answer
Ignition Coil E Primary/Secondary Circuit
Severity: HIGH SEVERITY
Meaning: Coil on cylinder 5 fault.
Safe to drive? NO if CEL is flashing. YES with caution if solid, but repair this week.
Estimated repair cost: $20 - $80
Most common causes:
- 1. Failed coil (35-45% of cases)
- 2. Wiring (10-25% of cases)
Symptoms
- ⚠️Cylinder 5 misfire
Common Causes
How to Diagnose P0355
- 1Swap coil
- 2Replace
OEM Procedures for P0355
P0355 affects the Ignition Coil. Found 34 OEM service manual procedures.
Ignition Coil
Ignition Coil & ICM Replacement (HVS) - Installation
Ignition Coil & ICM Replacement (HVS) - Installation
Ignition Coil & ICM Replacement (HVS) - Installation
Ignition Coil & ICM Replacement (HVS) - Installation
Ignition Coil & ICM Replacement (HVS) - Installation
Ignition Coil & ICM Replacement (HVS) - Installation
Ignition Coil & ICM Replacement (HVS) - Installation
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Do all V6 engines have individual coils?
- Most modern V6s use coil-on-plug (COP). Some older V6s use a coil pack with spark plug wires.
- How much to replace all coils on a V6?
- DIY: $120-$480 for 6 coils. It is a good idea to also replace spark plugs at the same time.
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Last updated: 2026-11-07