OBD Guide

P0360

Ignition Coil J Primary Control Circuit/Open

Severity
🔴 High
Can you drive?
Do not drive — repair immediately
Approx. repair cost
$33–111 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Strong engine vibration
  • Obvious misfires, engine troubles
  • Sharp reduction in power
  • Increased fuel consumption
  • Check Engine Flashing or Steady Light

Causes

  • Break in the primary winding of the ignition coil J
  • Wire break in coil J wiring harness
  • Corrosion or poor contact in the connector
  • Blown ignition circuit fuse
  • ECU control channel malfunction

How to Fix

  1. Read error codes, record freeze frame
  2. Inspect coil J and its connector for visible damage.
  3. Measure the resistance of the primary winding - open when reading OL/∞
  4. Check the presence of power (+12V) at the coil connector with the ignition on
  5. Check the wiring from the coil connector to the ECU for breaks
  6. Replace the ignition coil J or a piece of damaged wiring

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