How to replace the ignition coils 2009-2018 Dodge Ram 1500

Chapter 1:

Open the hood

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Turn off your vehicle’s ignition, set the parking brake, pull the hood release handle and open the hood.

Chapter 2:

Locate the coils

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You can now see the location of the ignition coils.

Chapter 2:

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There are 3 passenger side ignition coils located under the air duct and 3 coils located under the intake manifold.

Chapter 3:

Remove the ignition coil

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To access the passenger side coils, use a flat head screwdriver to unscrew the two holding clamps located on either side of the duct. Then, remove the hose.

Chapter 3:

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Disconnect the power from the ignition coil.

Chapter 3:

Step 3/5

To do this, push on the tab and pull on the connector.

Chapter 3:

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Using a ratchet, an extender and a 10 mm socket, remove the bolt holding the coil.

Chapter 3:

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You can now carefully remove the coil, making small lateral back and forward movements.

Chapter 4:

Tips

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Tip: we recommend using a thin plastic tube taped to the end of a vacuum to properly clean around the spark plug.

Chapter 4:

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This prevents the dirt from falling into the motor.

Chapter 5:

Install the new ignition coil

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Put the coil back, pushing it in as far as possible.

Chapter 5:

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You can then screw the bolt back in using a ratchet.

Chapter 5:

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Finish tightening using a torque wrench.

Chapter 5:

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Reconnect the ignition coil. Then lock it.

Chapter 5:

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You can now repeat the process on the other ignition coils.

Chapter 6:

Finalise the reassembly

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Replace the air intake hose.

Chapter 6:

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Screw the two clamps back on.

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Operation complete.