1996 Ford Aspire 2D Hatchback, AutomaticFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Ignition Coil Resistance

Remove primary and secondary coil leads. Using ohmmeter, measure resistance between primary terminals of coil. Measure resistance between positive primary terminal and high voltage terminal. See IGNITION COIL RESISTANCE table. Insulation resistance between coil case and primary positive terminal should be infinite. Replace coil if resistance measurements are not within specification.

IGNITION COIL RESISTANCE

Application Primary (Ohms) Secondary (Ohms)
Aspire 0.5-0.7 20,000-31,000
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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.