Ignition Coil Resistance
Using a DVOM, measure primary coil resistance between specified coil terminals. See Fig 1-Fig 2. On Galant, measure between distributor connector terminals No. 1 and 2. On Mirage, measure between distributor connector terminals No. 1 and 2. On Diamante, measure between distributor connector terminals No. 1 and 4. On all other vehicles, measure between positive and negative terminals. On Galant and Mirage, measure secondary coil resistance between terminal No. 1 and ignition coil tower. On all other vehicles, measure secondary coil resistance between coil positive terminal and ignition coil tower. Primary and secondary coil resistance should be within specification. See IGNITION COIL RESISTANCE table.
IGNITION COIL RESISTANCE - Ohms @ 68°F (20°C)
| Application | Primary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|
| 1.5L (VIN A) | .50-.70 | 15,000-22,000 |
| 2.4L (VIN G) | .67-.81 | 11,300-15,300 |
| 3.0L (VIN H) | .72-.88 | 10,290-13,920 |
| 3.0L (VIN L) | .56-.68 | 9400-12800 |
| 3.5L (VIN P) | .50-.70 | 9000-13,000 |