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HomeWaveforms2018-2024 Toyota CamryIgnition Coil Secondary

Ignition Coil Secondary

2018-2024 Toyota Camry · 3.5L V6

35000V17500.0V0V5ms/div | 5kV/divpulse-width
Sensor Type
inductive
Waveform Type
pulse-width
Location
Secondary output measured at spark plug wire side of coil-on-plug assembly
Pins
Unknown
Idle Frequency
25 Hz
Timebase
5ms/div
Voltage Scale
5kV/div
Trigger
2kV, rising edge

Wiring

N/A - measured with capacitive pickup or secondary probe at coil tower

Expected Voltage Range

At Idle
0V to 35000V
At Higher RPM
0V to 40000V

Expected Pattern

Sharp firing spike to 8-15kV, spark line at 2-4kV for 1-2ms, followed by coil oscillations

Known-Good Waveform

Firing line spikes rapidly to 8-15kV depending on load and mixture, followed by relatively flat spark line at 2-4kV for approximately 1.5-2.0ms duration. After spark terminates, coil oscillations decay smoothly to zero. All six cylinders should show similar firing voltages within 3kV of each other at idle.

Common Failure Patterns

Firing line exceeds 20kV, extended spark duration, irregular spark line
Cause: Worn spark plugs (common at 60k+ miles), excessive plug gap, carbon tracking in coil boot
Related DTCs: P0300, P030X, P0351-P0356
Spark line shows severe upward or downward slope, intermittent spark
Cause: Lean or rich condition, plug fouling, coil boot deterioration allowing arc tracking
Related DTCs: P0300, P0171, P0174

Diagnostic Tips

2GR-FKS uses iridium plugs with tight gap spec (0.043 inches). Carbon tracking in coil boots is common after 80k miles due to valve cover heat. Always inspect coil boots for white tracking marks when misfires are present.

Related Diagnostic Trouble Codes

P0300P0301P0302P0303
Always confirm waveform data with your vehicle's OEM service manual before diagnosing.

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