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HOMESERVICE MANUALSACURA2010TL FWD V6-3.5LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTIGNITION SYSTEMIGNITION COILSERVICE AND REPAIR
2010 Acura TL FWD V6-3.5L
Ignition Coil: Service and Repair
2010 Acura TL FWD V6-3.5LSECTION Service and Repair
Ignition Coil and Spark Plug Removal/Installation
FRONT
1. Remove the engine compartment covers Service and Repair.
2. Remove the harness clamp (A) and the bolt (B), then remove the harness holder (C) from the bracket.
3. Disconnect the ignition coil connectors (D), then remove the front ignition coils (E).
4. Remove the spark plugs and inspect them Testing and Inspection.
5. Apply a small amount of anti-seize compound to the plug threads, and screw the plugs into the cylinder head, finger tight. Torque them to 18 Nm (1.8 kg-m, 13 lb-ft).
6. Install the ignition coils in the reverse order of removal.
REAR
1. Remove the engine compartment covers Service and Repair.
2. Remove the strut brace Service and Repair.
3. Disconnect the ignition coil connectors (A), then remove the rear ignition coils (B).
4. Remove the spark plugs and inspect them Testing and Inspection.
5. Apply a small amount of anti-seize compound to the plug threads, and screw the plugs into the cylinder head, finger tight. Torque them to 18 Nm (1.8 kg-m, 13 lb-ft).
6. Install the ignition coils in the reverse order of removal.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.