Operation CHARM: Car repair manuals for everyone.

Procedures

1. Turn ignition Off.

2. Disconnect ignition module harness connector.

3. Remove upper and lower ignition coil bolts.

IMPORTANT:
For spark plug wires with a connector position assurance (CPA) installed (1999 model year or later), use a small, flat-bladed screwdriver to remove spark plug wires from the coil tower by gently prying between the ignition module and black CPA housing.

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





4. Disconnect spark plug wires from ignition coil tower.

5. Remove ignition coil from ignition module by rotating the coil in an upward direction.

IMPORTANT:
Step 6 is required for 1991-1995 model year vehicles only.





6. Remove white alignment pins from the ignition module using pliers.





7. Install new ignition coil.

a. Place ignition coil tab into ignition module slot.

NOTICE:
Make certain electrical connectors are lined up before seating to avoid damage to electrical connectors.

b. Rotate ignition coil until lower portion of ignition coil is seated on male electrical connectors.

IMPORTANT:
Perform step 8 if ignition module uses a CPA to retain spark plug wires. Refer to step 9 if ignition module does not use a CPA to retain spark plug wires.

8. Install spark plug wires housed with CPA.

IMPORTANT:
Ensure threads of bolts and threaded holes are clean and free of any residue.

9. Install upper and lower ignition module bolts.

Torque: 8 N.m (71 in-lbs)