Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSPLYMOUTH1989COLT DL, 1.5 X, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)ENGINE PERFORMANCESYSTEMBASIC TESTINGIGNITION CHECKSDISTRIBUTORLESS IGNITION SYSTEM (DIS)IGNITION COIL RESISTANCE
1989 Plymouth Colt DL, 1.5 X, Standard
Ignition Coil Resistance
1989 Plymouth Colt DL, 1.5 X, StandardSECTION Ignition Coil Resistance
- 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 .
- Disconnect ignition coil connector. Measure secondary resistance between coil towers for cylinders No. 1 and No. 4. Measure secondary resistance between coil towers for cylinders No. 2 and No. 3. See Figure -Figure . Refer to DIS IGNITION COIL RESISTANCE table.
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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.