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Ignition Coil and Spark Plug Removal/Installation: Front

  1. Remove the engine compartment covers (see ENGINE COMPARTMENT COVER REPLACEMENT ).
  2. Remove the harness clamp (A) and the bolt (B), then remove the harness holder (C) from the bracket.
    Fig 1: Harness Clamp, Bolt, Holder, Ignition Coils And Coil Connectors With Torque Specifications
    G08068578Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  3. Disconnect the ignition coil connectors (D), then remove the front ignition coils (E).
  4. Remove the spark plugs (F) and inspect  them.
  5. Apply a small amount of anti-seize compound to the plug threads, and screw the plugs into the cylinder head, finger tight, then tighten the plugs to the specified torque.

    Specified Torque: 22 N.m (2.2 kgf.m, 16 lbf.ft) 

  6. Install the ignition coils in the reverse order of removal.