Beck/Arnley 178-8181 ignition coil for the 1990-1993 Mazda Miata 4-cylinder 1.6L works as a Miata coil pack that steps battery voltage up to fire the spark plug.
- Ready to install straight out of the box
- High voltage output for the spark plug
- Primary and secondary windings made from copper
- Resistor supplied if the application calls for one
Quick facts
- Part: Beck/Arnley 178-8181 ignition coil
- Fits: 1990-1993 Mazda Miata 4-cylinder 1.6L
Before you replace the coil, rule out worn spark plugs, damaged wiring and a weak battery, which can also bring on a misfire, rough idle or hard starting. If the coil is the cause, this one replaces it.
Fits
This 1990-1993 Mazda Miata 4-cylinder 1.6L ignition coil is a direct-fit replacement and matches OE form, fit and function. Sold as a 1990-1993 Miata coil pack for the L4-1.6L engine, this listing is one coil, and the engine takes one in total.
Specifications
Fit and size
- Engine: L4-1.6L
- Quantity per vehicle: 1
Build and materials
- Windings: copper primary and secondary
- Resistor: supplied if applicable
Interchange: 5C1201 · E631 · GN10047 · GN10071 · 00287 · B61P1810XC · B61P1810XD · UF78 · C1085 · C954
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This part cross-references / interchanges with the following part numbers:
5C1201, E631, GN10047, GN10071, 00287, B61P1810XC, B61P1810XD, UF78, C1085, C954
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this the right coil pack for a 1990 Miata?
Yes. Beck/Arnley 178-8181 fits the 1990-1993 Mazda Miata 4-cylinder 1.6L (L4-1.6L), and the engine takes one coil.
Is this the 1.6L Miata coil pack for a 1993 model?
Yes. The 1993 model year falls inside the 1990-1993 Mazda Miata 4-cylinder 1.6L fitment this coil is made for.
What are the windings in the Beck/Arnley 178-8181 coil made of?
Both the primary and secondary windings are copper. A resistor is supplied if the application calls for one.
What can a weak ignition coil do to the way the engine runs?
A weak coil can contribute to a misfire, rough idle or hard starting. A shop can test the coil if you are unsure.
Does the Beck/Arnley 178-8181 coil need any modification to install?
No. It goes straight onto the vehicle out of the box and matches OE form, fit and function.
