On-Vehicle Inspection

INSPECT IGNITION COIL ASSY AND SPARK TEST
1. Confirm DTCs. (See DTC CHECK/CLEAR )
  NOTE: If any DTCs are indicated, carry out troubleshooting in accordance with the procedures for those DTCs.
2. Check that a spark occurs.
  1. Remove the V-bank cover. (See REPLACEMENT )
  2. Remove the ignition coils. (See REPLACEMENT )
  3. Using a 16 mm (0.63 in.) plug wrench, remove the spark plugs.
  4. Install the spark plugs to each ignition coil, and connect the ignition coil connectors.
  5. Disconnect the 8 injector connectors.
  6. Ground the spark plugs.
  7. Check if a spark occurs while the engine is being cranked.
    NOTE:
    Be sure to ground the spark plugs when checking.
    
    Replace the ignition coil if it is subjected to an impact.
    
    Do not crank the engine for more than 2 seconds.
3. Using a 16 mm (0.63 in.) plug wrench, install the spark plugs.
  Torque: 20 N.m (204 kgf.cm, 15 ft.lbf)
4. Install the ignition coils.
  Torque: 7.5 N.m (80 kgf.cm, 66 in.lbf)
5. Install the V-bank cover.
  Torque: 7.5 N.m (80 kgf.cm, 66 in.lbf)