1995 Isuzu Rodeo LS, RWDFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Ignition Coil

  1. Ensure ignition is off. Disconnect ignition coil wiring. Measure primary resistance between terminals "C" and "E". See Fig 1 . Measure secondary resistance between terminals "C" and "D". Measure insulation resistance between terminals "C" and body ground.
  2. Make sure resistance is within specification. Refer to the IGNITION COIL RESISTANCE (NON-HEI SYSTEMS)Β  table. Replace coil if resistance is not within specification.
IGNITION COIL RESISTANCE (NON-HEI SYSTEMS)

Application/Model (1) Primary Ohms @ 68Β°F (20Β°C) Secondary Ohms @ 68Β°F (20Β°C)
Rodeo 2.6L .81-.99 7500-11,300
(1) Insulation resistance should not be more than 10 megohms.
Fig 1: Identifying Ignition Coil Terminals
G95G31084Courtesy of ISUZU MOTOR CO.
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