Ignition Coil (2.0L) Test

1990 Plymouth Laser RS, 2.0 R, StandardSECTION Ignition Coil (2.0L) Test
  1. Disconnect ignition coil connector. Using an ohmmeter, measure primary coil resistance between ignition coil terminals No. 4 and 2. Also measure resistance between ignition coil connector terminals No. 4 and 1. Perform TEST 1. See Fig 1 . Primary resistance should be .77-.95 ohms at 68°F (20°C).
  2. With ignition coil connector still disconnected, measure secondary coil resistance. Measure resistance between high voltage terminals for No. 1 and 4 cylinders, and between high voltage terminals for No. 2 and 3 cylinders. Perform TEST 2. See Fig 1 .
  3. Secondary resistance should be 10,300-13,900 ohms. Replace ignition coil if it does not test as described.
Fig 1: Testing Ignition Coil (2.0L)
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