Mitsubishi Outlander Ignition Coil Replacement DIY
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Is your Mitsubishi Outlander engine misfiring, and the check engine light is on due to a faulty ignition coil? Learn how to fix the problem by replacing the Ignition Coil of your Mitsubishi. This guide provides instructions on replacing the ignition coils on a Mitsubishi.
How to Replace Mitsubishi Outlander Ignition Coil
What you will need
- Socket set
- Mitsubishi Ignition Coil
Procedure
- Allow the engine to cool down.
- Pull the hood release under the dashboard and open the hood.
- Remove the engine cover. Two 10mm bolts hold this in.
- Remove the connector from the bad coil or all of them if replaced. Be careful not to damage the wires. Press the connector, then pull.
- Remove the 10mm bolts that hold the ignition coil.
- Remove the coil by lifting it.
- Install the new coil and reconnect the wire.
- Start the car and test it to ensure the engine does not shake.
You’re done!
If the check engine light is on, it may take a few days to reset on its own as long as there are no other fault codes. Alternatively, use an OBD-II scanner to clear the codes immediately.
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