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Ignition Coil Test

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 1998 GMC Sonoma and 1998 Chevrolet S10 Pickup. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Turn ignition off. Remove engine cover. Disconnect distributor lead and wiring from ignition coil.
  2. Place DVOM on high scale. Connect DVOM as shown in step 1 of illustration. See Fig 1 -3. If reading is not infinite, replace ignition coil.
  3. Place DVOM on low scale. Connect DVOM as shown in step 2 of illustration. See Fig 1 -3. If reading is not 0.1 ohm, replace ignition coil.
  4. Place DVOM on high scale. Connect DVOM as shown in step 3 of illustration. See Fig 1 -3. If reading is not 5000-25,000 ohms, replace ignition coil.
  5. Reconnect distributor lead and wiring to ignition coil. Install engine cover.
Fig 1: Testing Ignition Coil - Step 1
G98B01081Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Fig 2: Testing Ignition Coil - Step 2
G98D01082Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Fig 3: Testing Ignition Coil - Step 3
G98F01083Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.