Ford Tempo Ignition Coil Replacement Costs

Estimate price near me

Service Location

Customer Ratings

Included for free with this service

Online Booking

Mechanic comes to you

12-month / 12k-mile warranty

Free 50 point safety inspection

Our certified mobile mechanics can come to your home or office 7 days a week between 7 AM and 9 PM.

See availability

Customer Ratings

Ignition Coil Replacement Service

How much does a Ignition Coil Replacement cost?

On average, the cost for a Ford Tempo Ignition Coil Replacement is $179 with $39 for parts and $140 for labor. Prices may vary depending on your location.

Car	Service	Estimate	Shop/Dealer Price
1992 Ford TempoL4-2.3L	Service typeIgnition Coil Replacement	Estimate$514.28	Shop/Dealer Price$607.70 - $879.86
1994 Ford TempoL4-2.3L	Service typeIgnition Coil Replacement	Estimate$505.27	Shop/Dealer Price$596.92 - $867.76
1994 Ford TempoV6-3.0L	Service typeIgnition Coil Replacement	Estimate$684.91	Shop/Dealer Price$821.50 - $1227.08
1993 Ford TempoV6-3.0L	Service typeIgnition Coil Replacement	Estimate$684.91	Shop/Dealer Price$821.50 - $1227.08
1992 Ford TempoV6-3.0L	Service typeIgnition Coil Replacement	Estimate$684.91	Shop/Dealer Price$822.97 - $1229.66
1990 Ford TempoL4-2.3L	Service typeIgnition Coil Replacement	Estimate$505.27	Shop/Dealer Price$597.09 - $868.05
1991 Ford TempoL4-2.3L	Service typeIgnition Coil Replacement	Estimate$505.27	Shop/Dealer Price$596.96 - $867.83
1993 Ford TempoL4-2.3L	Service typeIgnition Coil Replacement	Estimate$505.27	Shop/Dealer Price$596.95 - $867.80

Show example Ford Tempo Ignition Coil Replacement prices

What is an ignition coil and how does it work?

An ignition coil transforms ignition voltage (12 volts) to the very high voltage pulses (20,000 volts or more) that fire the spark plugs. The number of ignition coils varies depending on car model and year of production. Older cars will have one coil covering all engine cylinders while newer cars may have a coil-on-plug type arrangement — that is every cylinder will have its own dedicated ignition coil.

Ignition Coils

When to consider replacing an ignition coil:

Hard starting or no start. Ignition coils are subject to heat damage and electrical overload, both of which can cause partial or total failure. If the coil is faulty, you may have difficulty starting your car or it may not start at all.
Misfiring, loss of power, poor acceleration. Once the car is running, a bad ignition coil can cause poor operation of the engine. Should you have misfiring or loss of power, faulty ignition coils would be among the list of causes a mechanic would investigate. The Check Engine Light will often come on with a trouble code(s) indicating which cylinders are involved.

How do mechanics replace the ignition coil?

The ignition is checked to assure it is in the “off” position.
For single coils that supply all cylinders, the coil is disconnected from either a bracket located in the engine compartment or, in some cases, is removed from within the distributor. The replacement coil is secured and all electrical connections reattached. If the distributor was removed for any reason, the timing is adjusted as required.
For individual coil-on-plug applications, the coil is detached from the top of the individual spark plug and replaced.
Once the coil is securely in place, all electrical connections are reattached, and timing adjusted as needed, the car is road tested to ensure normal operation.

Is it safe to drive with an ignition coil problem?

Yes. A malfunctioning ignition coil will cause loss of power and lower fuel efficiency but that will not present an immediate safety issue. If the coil malfunction is causing misfiring, this will allow unburned fuel to enter and permanently damage the catalytic converter from overheating.

When replacing an ignition coil keep in mind:

Ignition coil failure can be caused by faulty spark plugs or wires. The mechanic will inspect and may recommend replacement of those components.
In a coil-on-plug ignition system, if only one coil fails, you need only replace the faulty coil. Remaining functioning coils can be left in place.
In systems with the coil located in the distributor, it may be more cost-effective to replace the entire distributor rather than remove and replace just the coil.

Fast and easy service at your home or office

Backed by 12-month, 12.000-mile guarantee

Meet some of our expert Ford mechanics

Real customer reviews from Ford owners like you.

Excellent Rating

(18)

Rating Summary

18

0

0

0

0

18

0

0

0

0

SEE REVIEWS NEAR ME

Shane

37 years of experience

39 reviews

Shane

37 years of experience

by Laurel

Ford Tempo L4-2.3L - Starter - Lacey, Washington

Excellent job. Thanks Shane!

Xavier

17 years of experience

101 reviews

Xavier

17 years of experience

by Eric

Ford Tempo L4-2.3L - Alternator - Jacksonville, Florida

Great service and great price

Robert

12 years of experience

20 reviews

Robert

12 years of experience

by Michael

Ford Tempo L4-2.3L - Car is not starting - La Verne, California

Robert was very experienced to my cars need.

Shane

37 years of experience

39 reviews

Shane

37 years of experience

by Laurel

Ford Tempo L4-2.3L - Car is not starting - Lacey, Washington

Excellent job. Thanks Shane!

Excellent Rating

(18)

Rating Summary

18

0

0

0

0

18

0

0

0

0

SEE REVIEWS NEAR ME

Recent articles & questions

P0502 OBD-II Trouble Code: Vehicle Speed Sensor Low Input

Vehicle Speed Sensor Low Input What the P0502 code means The P0502 trouble code means that the Engine Control Module (ECM) has...

How to Buy a Good Quality Driver's Seat Cushion

If If you face a long commute each day, and spend a lot of time in your vehicle then there is high possibility you suffer from aches and pains from now and then. Your back, neck, and shoulders can all...

A Buyer’s Guide to the 2012 BMW X5

The The 2012 BMW X5 is an SUV that offers both utility and ease of driving. The steering is responsive with a good amount of horsepower. If you are looking for a sportier SUV that offers versatility, the BMW X5...

Leaking coolant

First of all I'm glad to hear you are just using water. I always advise customers to use just water if they are experiencing a leak and can't get it fixed right away. My question is did the pressure gauge...

Rough idle

Hi There, A rough idle may be caused by many different things such as low fuel pressure, low voltage to the fuel injectors, dirty fuel injectors, a vacuum leak, a faulty Oxygen sensor or a dirty or failing idle air...

New battery , new starter. Car won't start

Check to see if there are any stored diagnostic trouble codes. Although the battery is "new" be sure it is actually fully charged. Confirm that the engine immobilizer system (security system) is not activated thus preventing the car from starting....

How can we help?

Our service team is available 7 days a week, Monday - Friday from 6 AM to 5 PM PST, Saturday - Sunday 7 AM - 4 PM PST.

1 (855) 347-2779 · hi@yourmechanic.com