1996 Audi A4 Base, AutomaticFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Ignition Coil Primary Resistance

Disconnect ignition coil 3-pin connector (located in front of intake manifold). Disconnect ignition coil power output stage 3-pin connector (located on right side of engine compartment). See Fig 1 . Measure resistance between any terminal of ignition coil 3-pin connector and power output stage 3-pin connector terminal No. 3. See Figure and Figure . Maximum allowable resistance is 5 ohms. If resistance is not within specification for any coil, replace ignition coil assembly.

Fig 1: Locating Power Output Stage & CMP Sensor (A4)
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