2002 dodge intrepid ignition coils details?

Diagnosis & Testing

NOTE

Inspect the ignition coil for damage, carbon tracking on the coil or a damaged spark plug insulator boot. If a problem is found, replace the ignition coil.

1. Turn the ignition off.
2. Remove the ignition coil.
3. Install a spark tester(s) to the ignition coil.
   
   NOTE

   On the 2.7 and 3.5L engines, cylinders 1, 3 and 5, it is necessary to remove the upper intake to access the ignition coils. Once the ignition coil has been removed from the cylinder head, the intake must be reinstalled to be able to crank the engine. Move the ignition coil harness connector through the slots in the upper intake and then connect the coil to the harness connector. Secure the upper intake to the lower intake in accordance with the service information.
   
   
4. While cranking the engine observe the spark coming from the spark tester.
   
   NOTE

   A crisp blue spark that is able to jump the gap of the spark tester should be generated.
   
   
5. Turn the ignition off.
6. Disconnect the Ignition Coil harness connector.
7. Ignition on, engine not running.
8. With a scan tool, actuate the ASD Relay.
9. Using a 12-volt test light connected to ground, probe the (K343) ASD Relay Output 2 circuit in the Coil on Plug harness connector.
10. If the test light doesn-t illuminate brightly
    1. Repair the open or short to ground in the (K343) ASD Relay Output 2 circuit between the IPM and Coil harness connector.

    
    
11. If the test light illuminate brightly check the ignition coil resistance.
    1. Turn the ignition off.
    2. The following resistance measurement should be taken at 70°-80° F.
    3. Measure the resistance of the Ignition Coil.
    4. If the resistance is not between 0.53 to 0.65 ohms at 77°F (25°C) for the Ignition Coil being tested replace the Ignition Coil.
    5. If the resistance is between 0.53 to 0.65 ohms at 77°F (25°C) for the Ignition Coil being tested:
       
       NOTE

       Before continuing, check the PCM harness connector terminals for corrosion, damage, or terminal push out. Repair as necessary.
       
       
       
       WARNING

       Do not probe the PCM harness connectors. Probing the PCM harness connectors will damage the PCM terminals resulting in poor terminal to pin connection. Install Miller Special Tool #8815 to perform diagnosis.
       
       
       
       NOTE

       Before continuing, check the PCM harness connector terminals for corrosion, damage, or terminal push out. Repair as necessary.
       
       
       
       
       Using a 12-volt test light connected to a 12-volt source, probe the (K19) Coil Control No.1 circuit.

       Crank the engine for 5 seconds while observing the test light.

       If the test light is brightly blinking while cranking the engine replace the Ignition Coil.

       If the test light is ON constantly while cranking the engine check for (K19) coil control no. 1 circuit shorted to ground.

       Turn the ignition off.

       Disconnect the C2 PCM harness connector.

       Measure the resistance between ground and the (K19) Coil Control No.1 circuit in the Ignition Coil harness connector.

       If the resistance is below 100 ohms repair the short to ground in the (K19) Coil Control No.1 circuit.
       
       
       
       
       If the resistance is above 100 ohms, using the schematics as a guide, inspect the wire harness and connectors. Pay particular attention to all Power and Ground circuits.

       If there were any problems found repair as necessary.

       If there were no problems found, replace and program the Powertrain Control Module per Service Information.

       If the test light is OFF constantly while cranking the engine. Inspect for (K19) coil control no.1 circuit open.

       Turn the ignition off.

       Disconnect the C2 PCM harness connector.
       
       
       
       
       Measure the resistance of the (K19) Coil Control No.1 circuit from the Ignition Coil harness connector to the appropriate terminal of special tool #8815.

       If the resistance is above 5.0 ohms

       Repair the open in the (K19) Coil Control No.1 circuit.
       
       
       
       
       If the resistance is below 5.0 ohms using the schematics as a guide, inspect the wire harness and connectors. Pay particular attention to all Power and Ground circuits.

       If there were any problems found repair as necessary.

       If there were no problems found, replace and program the Powertrain Control Module per Service Information.
       
       

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Ignition Coil

• REMOVAL & INSTALLATION

Removal & Installation

2.7L, 3.2L & 3.5L Engines

1. Disconnect negative battery cable.
2. Remove the intake manifold
   
   NOTE

   Prior to removing the ignition coils, spray compressed air around the coil area and spark plug.
   
   
3. Remove electrical connector from ignition coil.
4. Remove 2 fasteners from ignition coil assembly.
   
   NOTE

   On 3.5L engines, it is necessary to loosen the screws by alternating back and forth.
   
   
   
   NOTE

   Do not lose the spacers under the coil when loosening the screws.
   
   
5. Remove ignition coil assembly.
   
   
   

   

   Fig. Removal and installation of the ignition coil-2.7L Engine shown

To install:

1. Install or connect the following:
   
   NOTE

   On 2.7L engine to 55 inch lbs. (6.2 Nm)
   
   
   
   NOTE

   On 3.5L engines to 60 inch lbs. (6.7 Nm)
   
   
   
   NOTE

   On 3.5L engines, it is necessary to tighten the screws by alternating back and forth.
   
   
   
   WARNING

   Do not lose the spacers under the coil when installing ignition coils.
   
   
   
   
   Install ignition coil assembly to spark plug.

   Install coil screws and tighten.
   
   
2. Connect the electrical connector and lock.
3. Install the intake manifold
4. Connect negative battery cable.

Firing Orders

Fig. 2.7L, 3.2L and 3.5L (VIN G) Engines Firing Order: 1-2-3-4-5-6 Distributorless ignition system (One coil per cylinder)

Fig. 2.7L, 3.2L and 3.5L (VIN G) Engines Firing Order: 1-2-3-4-5-6 Distributorless ignition system (One coil per cylinder)

All models utilize a Distributorless Ignition System (DIS). It is a fixed ignition timing system, which means that basic ignition timing cannot be adjusted. All spark advance is permanently set by the Powertrain Control Module (PCM).

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Spark Plugs

• INSPECTION & GAPPING
• REMOVAL & INSTALLATION

Inspection & Gapping

Check the plugs for deposits and wear. If they are not going to be replaced, clean the plugs thoroughly. Remember that any kind of deposit will decrease the efficiency of the plug. Plugs can be cleaned on a spark plug cleaning machine, which can sometimes be found in service stations, or you can do an acceptable job of cleaning with a stiff brush. If the plugs are cleaned, the electrodes must be filed flat. Use an ignition points file, not an emery board or the like, which will leave deposits. The electrodes must be filed perfectly flat with sharp edges; rounded edges reduce the spark plug voltage by as much as 50%.

Check spark plug gap before installation. The ground electrode (the L-shaped one connected to the body of the plug) must be parallel to the center electrode and the specified size wire gauge (please refer to the Tune-Up Specifications chart for details) must pass between the electrodes with a slight drag. NEVER adjust the gap on a used platinum type spark plug.

Always check the gap on new plugs as they are not always set correctly at the factory. Do not use a flat feeler gauge when measuring the gap on a used plug, because the reading may be inaccurate. A round-wire type gapping tool is the best way to check the gap. The correct gauge should pass through the electrode gap with a slight drag. If you're in doubt, try one size smaller and one larger. The smaller gauge should go through easily, while the larger one shouldn't go through at all. Wire gapping tools usually have a bending tool attached. Use that to adjust the side electrode until the proper distance is obtained. Absolutely never attempt to bend the center electrode. Also, be careful not to bend the side electrode too far or too often as it may weaken and break off within the engine, requiring removal of the cylinder head to retrieve it.

Fig. Inspect the spark plug to determine engine running conditions

Removal & Installation

2.7L, 3.2L And 3.5L Engines

The V6 engines use platinum resistor spark plugs.

WARNING

Extreme care must be used to prevent spark plug cross threading, mis-gapping and ceramic insulator damage during plug removal and installation.

WARNING

Cleaning of the platinum plug may damage the platinum tip.

NOTE

Always remove the ignition coil assembly by grasping at the spark plug boot, turning the assembly 1/2 turn and pulling straight back in a steady motion.

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the intake manifold.
   
   NOTE

   Prior to removing the ignition coils, spray compressed air around the coil area, spark plug and spark plug tube.
   
   
   
   WARNING

   On 3.5L engines, it is necessary to loosen the screws by alternating back and forth. Do not lose the spacers under the coil when loosening the screws.
   
   
3. Remove the ignition coil.
4. Remove the spark plug using a quality socket with a rubber or foam insert.
5. Inspect the spark plug condition.

To install:

1. Install or connect the following:
   
   WARNING

   To avoid cross threading, start the spark plug into the cylinder head by hand.
   
   
   
   NOTE

   On 2.7L Engines Tighten to 12.5 ft. lbs. (17 Nm).
   
   
   
   NOTE

   On 3.5L Engines Tighten to 20 ft. lbs. (28 Nm).
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   Tighten spark plugs.
   
   
   
   
   Install ignition coil assembly onto spark plug.

   Hand tighten coil screws.

   Tighten ignition coil screws to 60 inch lbs.( 6.7 Nm).

   Connect and lock the electrical connector.

   Install the intake manifold

   Connect the negative battery cable.
   
   

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Starter

• INSPECTION
• REMOVAL & INSTALLATION
• TESTING & TROUBLESHOOTING

Inspection

NOTE

Before removing any unit from the starting system for repair or diagnosis, perform the following inspections:

Battery - Visually inspect the battery for indications of physical damage and loose or corroded cable connections.

Determine the state-of-charge and cranking capacity of the battery.

Charge or replace the battery, if required.

Ignition Switch - Visually inspect the ignition switch for indications of physical damage and loose or corroded wire harness connections.

Transmission Range Sensor or Park/Neutral Switch - Visually inspect the transmission range sensor for indications of physical damage and loose or corroded wire harness connections.

Starter Relay - Visually inspect the starter relay for indications of physical damage and loose or corroded wire harness connections.

Starter Motor - Visually inspect the starter motor for indications of physical damage and loose or corroded wire harness connections.

Starter Solenoid - Visually inspect the starter solenoid for indications of physical damage and loose or corroded wire harness connections.

Wiring - Visually inspect the wire harness for damage. Repair or replace any faulty wiring, as required.

Check for loose or corroded wire harness connections at main engine ground and remote jump post.

Power Distribution Center (PDC) - Visually inspect the B+ connections at the PDC for physical damage and loose or corroded harness connections.

Removal & Installation

2.7L Engine

1. Remove or disconnect the following:
   
   
   Negative battery cable from the remote ground post

   Battery feed and posi-lock connectors

   Nuts from the catalyst support bracket and mount

   Starter heat shield

   3 starter-to-engine/transaxle bolts

   Starter by rotating it toward the engine and sliding it rearward between the catalyst and the engine mount
   
   

To install:

1. Install or connect the following:
   
   
   Starter by sliding it forward between the catalyst and the engine mount and rotating it away from the engine

   Starter and torque the 3 starter-to-engine/transaxle bolts to 40 ft. lbs. (54 Nm)

   Starter heat shield

   Nuts to the catalyst support bracket and mount

   Positive battery cable and torque the nut to 89 inch lbs. (10 Nm)

   Posi-lock connectors

   Negative battery cable to the remote ground post
   
   

3.2L & 3.5L Engines

1. Remove or disconnect the following:
   
   
   Negative battery cable from the remote ground post

   Starter-to-engine/transaxle nut and bolts

   Positive battery feed wire from the starter

   Starter and position it to gain access to the posi-lock connector
   
   
2. Place a support under the engine and slightly relieve the pressure from the left engine mount.
3. Remove the 3 left engine mount-to-engine bolts.
4. Slightly, raise the engine to provide more room.
5. Remove the starter by sliding it rearward between the catalyst and the engine mount.
6. Remove the posi-lock connector.
   
   
   

   

   Fig. Removal and installation of the starter motor

To install:

1. Install or connect the following:
   
   
   Posi-lock connector

   Starter by sliding it forward between the catalyst and the engine mount
   
   
2. Slightly, lower the engine.
   
   
   3 left engine mount-to-engine bolts

   Positive battery feed wire to the starter and torque the nut to 89 inch lbs. (10 Nm)

   Starter and torque the starter-to-engine/transaxle bolts to 40 ft. lbs. (54 Nm)

   Negative battery cable to the remote ground post
   
   

Testing & Troubleshooting

CAUTION

On vehicles equipped with air bags, refer to the passive restraint systems before attempting steering wheel, steering column, or instrument panel component diagnosis or service. Failure to take the proper precautions could result in accidental air bag deployment and possible personal injury.