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Replace Acura Ignition Coil

Is your vehicle misfiring, having a rough idle, dying at idle, or is the engine shaking? Learn how to fix it by simply replacing the Ignition Coil.


Changing the ignition coil on Acura vehicles is not as difficult as you think. The four-cylinder Acura engine is very easy to work on, and you can change the ignition coils yourself in less than an hour.  The 3.5L V6 Acura engine requires slightly more time.

Symptoms

The most common symptom of a bad ignition coil is an Acura check engine light and an engine misfire.

  • Check Engine Light On
  • Engine Shakes
  • Engine Misfiring
  • Rough Idle
  • Loss of power
  • The car will not start or dies at idle.

What you will need

  • Acura Ignition Coil
  • Mechanic Toolset Metric
  • Screwdrivers

Procedure

Park the ACURA on level ground. Allow the engine to cool down before replacing the ignition coils to avoid getting burned.

acura hood release

Pull the hood release located under the dashboard (driver’s side). Open the hood.  open hood

Disconnect the negative battery terminal. You need to disconnect the black cable with the (-).

Remove the engine cover.

acura engine cover

In most ACURA, the engine cover can be removed simply by pulling it up. If you see bolts on top of the engine cover, remove them.

ignition coil acura disconnection
ignition coil acura tl
ignition coil acura tlx

Unplug the electrical connector from the ignition coil. Press the small tab, then pull. Repeat this step for all coils.

remove-ignition-coil-bolt

Remove the 10mm bolts that secure the ignition coil in place.

Remove the ignition coil from the engine block. It may be difficult to pull out the coil. If that is the case, try twisting the coil as you pull it out.

Install new ignition coils on your ACURA engine. It is recommended to apply dielectric grease to the boot whenever possible.

acura engine cover

Reinstall the engine cover. Connect the negative terminal and start the car.

This guide includes instructions on how to change Acura ignition coils on models such as the

  • MDX
  • NSX
  • RDX
  • RL RLX
  • RSX
  • SLX
  • TL TLX
  • ZDX
  • CDX
  • CL
  • VSX
  • EL
  • LX
  • Integra
  • Legend

Changing all Acura coils at the local Acura dealer or auto repair shop costs anywhere from $400 to $600. This job typically costs about $100-$150, sometimes even less.

While you can change just the defective coil, it is recommended to change all coils at once. If you are on a tight budget, you can replace only the bad coil but keep in mind that another coil may fail a few months later.

Check Engine Light Still On

If the check engine light is still on after you replace the Ignition Coil, you can use the YOUCANIC Full System Scanner to clear the stored codes. This scanner can also read and clear fault codes on every control module of your Acura vehicle.

Best Scanner Acura YOUCANIC UCAN2

We hope you find the Replace Acura Ignition Coil guide helpful. Check these troubleshooting and repair guides for more help on your Acura Vehicle.

Author

  • Rushit Hila • ASE Certified

    Rushit Hila, an ASE-certified engineer (G1 Automotive Maintenance and Repair), brings over two decades of hands-on experience in the automotive world to his writing. With a strong educational background, including a Master of Science in Engineering and a Bachelor of Science in Engineering, he has honed his skills and expertise through years of practical work. As a respected authority in the field, Mr. Hila is dedicated to offering insightful and valuable content that resonates with both vehicle owners and mechanics.

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