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Removal And Installation

  1. Turn the ignition switch OFF and disconnect the battery negative (-) terminal.
  2. Disconnect the ignition coil connectors (A).
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    NOTE:
    • When removing the ignition coil connector, pull the lock pin (A) and push the clip (B).
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  3. Remove the ignition coil after loosening the mounting bolts (A).

    Ignition coil mounting bolt: 

    9.8 -11.8 N.m (1.0 -1.2 kgf.m, 7.2 - 8.7 Ib-ft)

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  4. Install in the reverse order of removal.
    NOTE:
    • Install the ignition coil with the specified torque.
    • If ignition coil is dropped, it may cause internal damage. Do not use it.
    • When assembling the parts, clean the contaminated area (A).
      • The cloth should be clean, free of contaminants, and soft enough to not damage the parts.

        (When replacing ignition coil and spark plug together, cleaning is not required.)

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