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On-Vehicle Inspection

ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION

NOTE: Cold and Hot mean the temperature of the coils themselves. Cold is from -10°C (14°F) to 50°C (122°F) and Hot is from 50°C (122°F) to 100°C (212°F).

1. INSPECT IGNITION COIL (WITH IGNITER) AND SPARK TEST
a. Check the DTCs.

NOTE: If a DTC is indicated, perform troubleshooting in accordance with the procedure for that DTC.

b. Check that the spark occurs.
1. Remove the ignition coils (with igniter).
2. Using a 16 mm (0.63 in) plug wrench, remove the spark plugs.
3. Install the spark plugs onto each ignition coils (with igniter), and connect the ignition coil connectors.
4. Disconnect the 4 injector connectors.
5. Ground the spark plugs.
6. Check that a spark occurs at each spark plug while the engine is being cranked.

NOTE:
- Be sure to ground the spark plug when checking.
- Replace the ignition coil if a physical impact is felt while holding the spark plug.
- Do not crank the engine for more than 2 seconds.

HINT: If the spark does not occur, perform the following procedure.

c. Using a 16 mm (0.63 in.) plug wrench, install the spark plugs.
Torque: 18 N.m (178 kgf.cm, 13 ft.lbf)

d. Install the ignition coil with igniter.
Torque: 9.0 N.m (92 kgf.cm, 80 in.lbf)