Ignition Coil: Installing

CAUTION:

Do not apply a silicone based grease to the ignition coil rubber boot. The silicone based grease will absorb into the boot causing it to stick and tear.

-- Using compressed air, blow out any dirt or contaminants from around the top of spark plug.

-- Check the condition of the ignition coil rubber boot (1).

Fig 1: Identifying Ignition Coil Rubber Boot

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NOTE:

The LH ignition coils are shown, the RH ignition coils are similar.

-- Position the ignition coil (2) into the cylinder head cover opening. Using a twisting action, push the ignition coil onto the spark plug.

Fig 2: Identifying Ignition Coils

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-- Install the ignition coil mounting bolt (3) and tighten to 8 Nm (71 in.lbs).

-- Connect and lock the electrical connector (1) to the ignition coil (2).

-- If removed, install the insulator, upper intake manifold (1) and resonator. Refer to UPPER INTAKE MANIFOLD .

Fig 3: Identifying Upper Intake Manifold (1)

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-- Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery, Disconnecting And Connecting .