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Before checking the ignition coil, ensure there is 12V going to the terminal 15 on the coil. Note: Terminal 15 is positive, terminal 1 is negative.  Turn your ignition switch to  "on" and put a test light or meter on the coil, one lead to plus, the other to minus. The light should go on or the meter should indicate the voltage. Use extreme caution.
 
Before checking the ignition coil, ensure there is 12V going to the terminal 15 on the coil. Note: Terminal 15 is positive, terminal 1 is negative.  Turn your ignition switch to  "on" and put a test light or meter on the coil, one lead to plus, the other to minus. The light should go on or the meter should indicate the voltage. Use extreme caution.
 
[[Category:Car Batteries and Ignitions]]
 
[[Category:Car Batteries and Ignitions]]
[[Category:Volkswagen Vehicles]]
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== Steps ==
 
== Steps ==
 
# Be sure to have a fire extinguisher nearby!!
 
# Be sure to have a fire extinguisher nearby!!
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#** A reading of 11,000 Ohms or more, or a reading of zero indicates a bad coil.
 
#** A reading of 11,000 Ohms or more, or a reading of zero indicates a bad coil.
  
== Video ==
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== Warnings ==
 
== Warnings ==