Ignition Coil-On-Plug: Removal

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WARNING: Before beginning any service procedure in this article, refer to Safety Warnings in GENERAL INFORMATION (EXCEPT ELECTRIC) . Failure to follow this instruction may result in serious personal injury.

NOTE: Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.

Refer to: Health and Safety Precautions .
1. Remove the air cleaner outlet pipe bolt.
  Torque
  
  : 44 lb.in (5 Nm)
2. Loosen the clamps and remove the air cleaner outlet pipe.
  Torque
  
  : 44 lb.in (5 Nm)
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1. Release the wiring harness retainers from the ignition coil-on-plug studbolts.
2. NOTE: If equipped with a sliding cover over the locking tab, then slide the cover back to gain access to the tab.
  
  Depress the locking tab on the ignition coil-on-plug electrical connector, and disconnect the electrical connector from the ignition coil-on-plug.
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NOTE: Use compressed air to remove any foreign material from the ignition coil-on-plugs and surrounding area before removing the ignition coil-on-plugs.

NOTE: When removing the ignition coil-on-plugs, a slight twisting motion will break the seal and ease removal.
1. Remove the ignition coil-on-plug retainers.
  Torque
  
  : 71 lb.in (8 Nm)
2. Remove the ignition coil-on-plugs.
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Inspect the ignition coil-on-plug rubber boot for cracks, rips, or tears. Replace any damaged coil-on-plug rubber boots.

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