Ignition Coil & Iridium Spark Plugs for Nissan Pathfinder (2013-2024) 3.5L

High-Energy Ignition Coils & Iridium Spark Plugs for 2013-2024 Nissan Pathfinder (VQ35 / R52 & R53)

Direct replacement ignition coils and iridium spark plugs designed to restore precise voltage delivery and combustion efficiency. This kit resolves common misfire codes and rough idle symptoms, and degraded fuel economy on the VQ35 platform.

The Stock VQ35 Ignition Weakness

Over multiple heat cycles, factory Nissan ignition coils suffer from degraded internal epoxy potting and compromised winding insulation. The VQ-series engine bay creates a high thermal load, causing primary and secondary winding resistance fluctuations. This causes weak spark output under heavy load, presenting as intermittent misfires (P0300-P0306), noticeable hesitation, and unburnt fuel entering the exhaust stream. Simultaneously, worn standard spark plugs increase gap distance due to electrode erosion. This increases the dielectric breakdown voltage required to bridge the gap, forcing compromised coils to work harder and accelerating hardware failure rates.

The Engineering Solution

This package addresses VQ35 thermal degradation using coils wound with high-grade copper wire and insulated with advanced dielectric epoxy. This mitigates heat soak breakdown, maintaining stable resistance and delivering consistent high-voltage spark regardless of temperature. The included iridium spark plugs feature an ultra-fine wire center electrode. Iridium's high melting point drastically reduces electrode wear, maintaining a precise gap over extended service intervals. This optimal gap control lowers the required firing voltage, reducing stress on the coil packs while ensuring complete cylinder combustion, restoring factory torque delivery, and stabilizing engine idle.

Technical Specifications

Compatibility

• 2013-2020 Nissan Pathfinder 3.5L V6 (R52 Chassis; includes 2021 non-US/International R52 models)
• 2022-2024 Nissan Pathfinder 3.5L V6 (R53 Chassis)
• Fits S, SV, SL, Platinum, and Rock Creek Trims

The Nissan Durability Standard

Built to handle daily commuting and moderate towing demands, maintaining a healthy ignition system ensures your Pathfinder delivers reliable power when merging or hauling, without triggering standard drivetrain malfunction codes.

Common Questions

Will this ignition coil and spark plug kit fit my 2013-2024 Nissan Pathfinder 3.5L V6?
Yes. This kit is a direct replacement for 2013-2024 Nissan Pathfinder models equipped with the 3.5L V6 engine across both the R52 (VQ35DE and VQ35DD) and R53 (VQ35DD) chassis, including S, SV, SL, Platinum, and Rock Creek trims.

What is included in this ignition package?
The package includes direct-replacement high-energy ignition coils wound with high-grade copper wire and insulated with dielectric epoxy, paired with ultra-fine wire center electrode iridium spark plugs.

What drivability symptoms does this kit address on the VQ35 engine?
Replacing heat-soaked coils and worn plugs resolves intermittent cylinder misfire codes (P0300-P0306), rough idle, and hesitation under load while restoring factory torque delivery.

Does this fit the 2014-2015 Pathfinder Hybrid?
This kit is engineered specifically for the 3.5L V6 (VQ35DE and VQ35DD) naturally aspirated engine.

Are any modifications required for installation?
These coils and iridium spark plugs are direct factory replacements designed to install right into the stock VQ35 locations without modifications.