Ignition Coil: Installation: Notes

Fig 1: Removing/Connecting Ignition Coil From Cylinder Head Cover

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Position the ignition coil (3) on the cylinder head cover.
Install the ignition coil retaining bolt (2). Tighten the bolt to 8 N.m (71 in. lbs.).
Connect the ignition coil wire harness connector (1) to the coil pack.

Fig 2: Firing Plugs Operation
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NOTE: When installing the spark plug cables, route the cables correctly. Failure to route the cables properly can cause improper spark plug phase-shift.
Install the spark plug cables to the appropriate coil tower (A & B) (coil side).
Install the spark plug cables to the appropriate spark plug location (G & K) (plug side).
NOTE: Refer to the reference pad cast into the cylinder head cover to identify proper spark plug/spark plug cable orientation.

Fig 3: Insuring Firm Connection Is Made From Spark Plug Cables To Spark Plugs
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NOTE: When installing spark plug cables, insure a positive connection is made. A snap should be felt when a good connection is made between the spark plug cable and the spark plug.
Insure a firm connection is made from the spark plug cables (2) to the spark plugs.

Fig 4: Identifying Engine Appearance Cover
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Install the engine cover (1). Align the engine cover retaining clips to the rubber mounts, and push down firmly to connect engine cover to rubber mounts.
NOTE: To ease the installation of the engine cover, apply a small amount of lubricant to the engine cover rubber mounts.
Connect the negative battery cable.