Engine coil/spark plug

2000 SUBARU OUTBACK
301,755 MILES • 2.5L • 4 CYL • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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ADAMWAHLEN69
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My engine coil number two is crackling and sparking outside of the plug and the metal ring inside the plug is cracked and it is causing my cylinder to misfire a lot.
May 28, 2019 at 8:39 PM
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SCGRANTURISMO
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Hello,

I would recommend replacing the ignition coil and the spark plug as well. If you choose to do so, I would recommend replacing all of them at the same time, but it is not necessary, but highly recommended. I would also replace the spark plug wires at the same time. In the diagrams down below I have included the directions on how to test your ignition coil to determine for sure if it is bad or not. It will require you to use a multi-meter, so I have included a link below for you if you are not familiar with how to use one.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-use-a-voltmeter

And here is a guide on replacing your spark plugs as well:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-change-spark-plugs

Please go through these guides and get back to us with what you are able to find out.

Thanks,
Alex
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May 29, 2019 at 12:15 AM