Ignition Coil Resistance

1989 Eagle Summit LX, 1.6 Y, StandardSECTION Ignition Coil Resistance
  1. Using a DVOM, measure primary resistance between connector terminals No. 2 and No. 4 (coils for cylinders No. 1 and No. 4). Measure primary resistance between connector terminals No. 4 and No. 1 (coils for cylinders No. 2 and No. 3). See Figure and Figure .
  2. Disconnect ignition coil connector. Measure secondary resistance between coil towers for each coil. See Figure and Figure . Refer to DISTRIBUTORLESS (DIS) IGNITION COIL RESISTANCE table.
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