How to Replace the Ignition Coils in a 2006-2011 Honda Civic Hybrid 1.3L
Tools needed:
-3/8 inch drive ratchet
-10mm Socket
-2 inch extension (to make it easier to remove rear coils)
A little to know about your Hybrid before doing this:
The 2007-2011 Civic Hybrid 1.3L has a 4 cylinder motor which uses 8 spark plugs, and 8 individual ignition coils.
- Remove the plastic cover that has the words "IMA". This cover just pops off. 4 of the ignition coils are easily visible. The 4 rear coils can also be seen if you peak your head over. They are all easily accessible.
- Unplug the connctors. Just squeeze the tab and carefully pull it off of the ignition coil.
- The ignition coils are held in with 10mm bolts. Remove the bolt, and remove each coil.
- Install the new coil, and you are done!
Dielectric grease:
If you use dielectric grease, it it to be used on the inside of BOOTS of the coil (where it meets the spark plug). Use a thin amount. Overdoing it with the dielectric grease can suppress the spark, and cause a misfire. Do not use the grease in the top 12v connectors.