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HOMESERVICE MANUALSISUZU1996TROOPER S, AUTOMATICREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 40 (ENGINE CONTROLS - BASIC TESTING - 2.6L 4-CYL)IGNITION CHECKSNON-HEI SYSTEMSIGNITION COIL
1996 Isuzu Trooper S, Automatic
Ignition Coil
1996 Isuzu Trooper S, AutomaticSECTION Ignition Coil
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 1996 Isuzu Rodeo. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- 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.
- Ensure resistance is within specification. See IGNITION COIL RESISTANCE (NON-HEI SYSTEMS) table. Replace coil if resistance is not within specification.
IGNITION COIL RESISTANCE (NON-HEI SYSTEMS)
| Application (1) | Primary Ohms @ 68Β°F (20Β°C) | Secondary Ohms @ 68Β°F (20Β°C) | ||
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| Rodeo 2.6L | .81-.99 | 7500-11,300 | ||
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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.