{"product_id":"ignition-coil-iridium-spark-plugs-for-lexus-es-1996-1998-3-0l","title":"Ignition Coil + Iridium Spark Plugs for Lexus ES (1996-1998) 3.0L","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDirect-Fit Ignition Coil \u0026amp; Iridium Spark Plugs for 1996-1998 Lexus ES\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat it Does:\u003c\/strong\u003e The direct-fit ignition kit restores primary spark energy and secondary voltage on the 1996-1998 Lexus ES to eliminate misfire codes, erratic idle, and hesitation under acceleration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Stock Lexus ES Ignition Breakdown\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 3.0L \u003cstrong\u003e1MZ-FE\u003c\/strong\u003e V6 in the \u003cstrong\u003eMCV20\u003c\/strong\u003e and late \u003cstrong\u003eMCV10\u003c\/strong\u003e chassis utilizes a high-stress waste-spark configuration. Over thousands of heat cycles, the factory coil packs suffer dielectric breakdown in their epoxy potting, causing internal resistance to rise and secondary windings to short. Compounding this, standard nickel core spark plugs experience electrode erosion and enlarged gaps, demanding excessive primary coil voltage. The end result is weak flame propagation, unburnt fuel wash, poor fuel economy, and persistent P0300 to P0306 misfire trouble codes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Engineering Solution\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis ignition service kit engineered for the \u003cstrong\u003e1MZ-FE\u003c\/strong\u003e replaces degraded components with heat-resilient hardware. The replacement coil utilizes premium magnetic steel laminations and tight-wound copper wire encased in high-dielectric epoxy to resist thermal degradation and breakdown. Paired with laser-welded fine-wire iridium spark plugs, the assembly drops the required ionization voltage, promotes immediate flame kernel expansion, and prevents blow-out under high cylinder pressure. Direct-fit connectors ensure full plug-and-play compatibility with the factory harness without slicing or pin adjustment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\" style=\"border-collapse: collapse; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; font-size: 14px; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n  \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:10px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eFitment\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e1996-1998 Lexus ES\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:10px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eEngine \/ Chassis\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e3.0L 1MZ-FE V6 \/ MCV20, MCV10\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:10px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eStock Output\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e200 hp \/ 214 lb-ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:10px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eReplaces OEM Part #\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e90919-02215, UF155, GN10218, C-575, C1040\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1996 Lexus ES300 3.0L V6 (1MZ-FE Engine)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1997 Lexus ES300 3.0L V6 (1MZ-FE Engine)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1998 Lexus ES300 3.0L V6 (1MZ-FE Engine)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes this fit the MCV20 ES?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Yes, this is a direct fit for the 1996-1998 Lexus ES equipped with the \u003cstrong\u003e1MZ-FE\u003c\/strong\u003e 3.0L V6 engine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo the iridium spark plugs require manual gapping before installation?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e No, the iridium plugs are pre-gapped to factory specification and manual adjustment should be avoided to protect the fine-wire center electrode.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Lexus Refinement Standard\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEngineered to preserve the whisper-quiet, vibration-free operation expected of the Lexus platform, this ignition service kit guarantees factory-calibrated dwell times, precise ignition advance response, and zero CEL triggers for long-term engine smoothness.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"VelocityMax","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50622885626104,"sku":"DS-EKL0XWR0E","price":89.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/1290\/2648\/files\/ignition-coil-iridium-spark-plugs-for-lexus-es-1996-1998-3-0l-1.jpg?v=1790276500","url":"https:\/\/performancechiptuning.com\/products\/ignition-coil-iridium-spark-plugs-for-lexus-es-1996-1998-3-0l","provider":"Performance Chip Tuning","version":"1.0","type":"link"}