Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Ignition Coil: Installation
The system uses two epoxy filled coil packs mounted on engine block post under the intake manifold. The rear coil pack, contains 3 separate coils and fires cylinders 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, and 7. The front coil pack, contains 2 individual coils and fires cylinders 5, 8, 9, and 10. See Fig 1.
- Install coil packs. Tighten mounting screws to 11 N.m (95 in. lbs.) torque.
- Install ignition cables to ignition coil.
- Connect and lock the electrical connector at the ignition coils. See Figure and Figure.
- Install Intake Manifold, refer to INTAKE MANIFOLD for more information.
- Install Air Cleaner Assembly, refer to the AIR CLEANER ELEMENT for more information.
- Connect the negative battery cable.
- Use the DRBIII(R) Scan Tool ASD Fuel System Test to pressurize the fuel system. Check for leaks.
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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.