P0362: Ignition Coil L Primary Control Circuit/Open
Do not keep driving
Expect rough running and lost power. Stop if the warning light is flashing.
What this code means
A fault in coil L, serving cylinder 12 — the last cylinder on a V12, and the final code in the lettered coil set spanning P0351 to P0362. Each of these now links to its cylinder's injector circuit, contribution balance and misfire codes, so arriving at any one surfaces the other three views of the same cylinder.
Likely causes
Start here
- Faulty ignition coil · easy
- Worn or fouled spark plugs · easy
- Corroded or loose connector · easy
Symptoms
Components involved
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