Coil pack

2005 CHRYSLER SEBRING
140,000 MILES • 3.8L • 4 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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ANTHONY JEROME CURTIS
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Not sure what is causing it but I have replaced the two coil packets several times every time the one on the right heats up to the point of melting. I have tried everything. Okay thanks, yes it is getting too much voltage just cannot figure out why.
May 31, 2017 at 6:24 AM
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Hello,

I would start by checking the alternator for charging with AC voltage. You can do this with a volt meter at the battery switched to AC voltage, it should have none with the car running.

Please run this test and get back to us so we can continue helping you.

Cheers, Ken
May 31, 2017 at 2:56 PM
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STEVE W.
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I have seen this as a result of a failing ECM, It triggers the coil but without the proper voltage regulation.Makes the coil act like an arc welder.
May 31, 2017 at 4:08 PM
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O man, good find one that one never heard of that :)
Jun 1, 2017 at 11:19 AM
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