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HOMESERVICE MANUALSHYUNDAI2008ENTOURAGE V6-3.8LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTIGNITION SYSTEMTESTING AND INSPECTIONINITIAL INSPECTION AND DIAGNOSTIC OVERVIEW
2008 Hyundai Entourage V6-3.8L
Initial Inspection and Diagnostic Overview
2008 Hyundai Entourage V6-3.8LSECTION Initial Inspection and Diagnostic Overview
ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION
SPARK TEST
1. Remove the ignition coil connector (A).
NOTE: When removing the ignition coil connector, pull the lock pin (A) and push the clip (B).
2. Remove bolt holding down the ignition coil.
3. Remove ignition coil from engine.
4. Using a spark plug socket, remove the spark plug.
5. Attach the spark plug to the ignition coil.
6. Reconnect ignition coil harness connector to ignition coil.
7. Ground the spark plug to the engine.
8. Check if spark occurs while engine is being cranked.
NOTE: To prevent fuel being injected from injectors while the engine is being cranked, remove the fuel pump relay (A) from the fuse box. Crank the engine for no more than 5 - 10 seconds.
9. Continue to inspect other cylinders of suspected 'no spark' concerns.
10. Install in the reverse order of testing and removal.
SPARK TEST
1. Remove the ignition coil connector (A).
NOTE: When removing the ignition coil connector, pull the lock pin (A) and push the clip (B).
2. Remove bolt holding down the ignition coil.
3. Remove ignition coil from engine.
4. Using a spark plug socket, remove the spark plug.
5. Attach the spark plug to the ignition coil.
6. Reconnect ignition coil harness connector to ignition coil.
7. Ground the spark plug to the engine.
8. Check if spark occurs while engine is being cranked.
NOTE: To prevent fuel being injected from injectors while the engine is being cranked, remove the fuel pump relay (A) from the fuse box. Crank the engine for no more than 5 - 10 seconds.
9. Continue to inspect other cylinders of suspected 'no spark' concerns.
10. Install in the reverse order of testing and removal.
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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.