Ignition Control Module: Service and Repair

Assembly:

REMOVAL

1. Turn ignition Off.

NOTE: Note which spark plug wire is removed from which coil tower. The spark plug wires must be connected to the correct coil towers.

2. Disconnect spark plug wires from coil towers.

3. Disconnect electrical connector at the ignition module.

4. Remove bolts from ignition module and remove.



INSTALLATION

NOTE: Verify threads of bolts, mounting surface and threaded holes are clean and free of any residue.

1. Install ignition module and bolts.

NOTE: Use extreme care when installing the ignition module bolts. Make sure the bolt head is seated on the ignition module when the torque specification is reached. If the bolt head is not seated on the ignition module, remove the bolt and tap the hole to clean any debris from the threads.
- Torque: 8 N.m (71 in-lbs)

CAUTION: OVER TORQUING OF THE IGNITION MODULE WILL RESULT IN CRACKING THE COIL HOUSING AND DAMAGING THE COIL.

2. Connect the electrical connector to the ignition module. Push until a click is heard and pull back to confirm a positive engagement.

3. Connect spark plug wires to coil towers. Press the spark plug wire boots firmly into place.

NOTE: Orientation of the wires to the EI module is critical to the operation of both the, module and on-board diagnostics. The orientation is 4 1 2 3 respectively from left to right.