- Creates the voltage necessary to activate the spark plugs
- For direct (coil-on-plug) ignition systems
- Replace when damaged or worn
The engine in your Nissan needs Direct Ignition Coils to start. Spark plugs require thousands of volts to create the appropriate spark, which is far more than the 12 volts your Nissan's battery is able to produce. Ignition coils take the low voltage from your battery, boost it, and transmit it to the spark plugs. The spark plugs then have the power needed to start your vehicle. Without Direct Ignition Coils that work, you can't operate your Nissan.
There are different types of ignition systems. A coil-on-plug ignition, also know as a direct ignition, has the ignition coils sitting right on top of the spark plugs. In most modern cars, there is one Direct Ignition Coil per spark plug, but some have one coil for every two spark plugs. The number of spark plugs and Direct Ignition Coils your Nissan has depends on the engine size. Reference your owner's manual to find your engine size.
A Direct Ignition Coil typically has a lifespan of 100,000 miles, but your driving habits and vehicles can affect this. If your spark plugs are in need of a replacement, it can put more strain on your ignition coils and lead to quicker wear. When a Direct Ignition Coil is damaged or stops working correctly, you can't fix it and will need a replacement. Some signs you have a bad Direct Ignition Coil include your car won't start, your check engine light is on, your car backfires, or your engine stalls.
With the proper tools and know-how, it's possible to replace a Nissan Direct Ignition Coil on your own. But you can always bring your vehicle to the nearest service center to have a trained technician carry out the replacement.
Your Nissan can't start without functioning Direct Ignition Coils. When you have a bad coil, you want to make sure you find the right replacement part. Shopping for genuine OEM parts is a great way to get the best fit for your vehicle.
This Direct Ignition Coil, part 224488H315, works with Nissan Sentra 2002-2006. Please see the What This Fits tab for more fitment info.
COIL ASSY-IGNITION
Fits Altima, Murano, Sentra