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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCADILLAC1996ELDORADO V8-4.6L VIN 9REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTIGNITION SYSTEMIGNITION COILSERVICE AND REPAIR
1996 Cadillac Eldorado V8-4.6L VIN 9
Ignition Coil: Service and Repair
1996 Cadillac Eldorado V8-4.6L VIN 9SECTION Service and Repair
IGNITION COILS REPLACEMENT
Removal Procedure
1. Remove the spark plug wires for corresponding ignition coils at ignition control module assembly.
2. Remove the ignition coil retaining bolts (2 per coil).
3. Remove the coil from the IC module assembly.
Installation Procedure
1. Install the ignition coil to the IC module assembly with the 2 retaining bolts. Tighten the 2 retaining bolts to 3.5 Nm (30 lb in).
2. Install the spark plug wires at the IC module assembly.
Removal Procedure
1. Remove the spark plug wires for corresponding ignition coils at ignition control module assembly.
2. Remove the ignition coil retaining bolts (2 per coil).
3. Remove the coil from the IC module assembly.
Installation Procedure
1. Install the ignition coil to the IC module assembly with the 2 retaining bolts. Tighten the 2 retaining bolts to 3.5 Nm (30 lb in).
2. Install the spark plug wires at the IC module assembly.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.