hi all i took my vx in to the doctor today and he told me that my car is mis firing.here is were it gets fun,i had my car serviced 2 months ago and they change the leads and spark plugs.so he told me te n ext step would be to change the coils which woud cost me between $300-$500 to get them sorted.now i dont have $300-$500 to spear.is there a way i can chage the coils and coil plate myself and if so can someone help me with the steps.also do i need any specail tools and how much would it cost for coils and coil plate.please if anyone can help i would be very greatful
The coil pack is held in with two bolts underneath, the wiring harness is held in by a small bolt. If it takes you more than 5 minutes to remove and install, your drunk, LOL.
As for price on coil pack, check eBay.
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thanks acarmody.i dont need to set any timing or any thing else.its just take old one off and put new one on
Thats it, just a straight swap, timing is controlled by the ECU.
-Democracy must be something more than two wolves and a sheep voting on what to have for dinner.
James Bovard, Civil Libertarian (1994)
-Giving money and power to government is like giving whiskey and car keys to teenage boys.
P.J. O'Rourke, Civil Libertarian
-Government's view of the economy could be summed up in a few short Phrases: If it moves, tax it. If it keeps moving, regulate it. And if it stops moving, subsidize it.
Ronald Reagan (1986)
i replaced mine with genuine holden parts.( I was sick of being sold crap from repco ) plugs,leads and the coil pack were a little over $500.If you've a friend with a vt or vx ask if you can swap coil packs for 5 minutes to check if that solves your problem before you go out and spend the bucks.
Can post you a set of coils to your door for $70. They take 2 minutes to fit.
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