NGK 48780 Ignition Coil

NGK DIS Ignition Coil 48780 Overview

NGK DIS Ignition Coil 48780 is a distributorless ignition coil built to meet or exceed OE standards for durability and consistent spark delivery. It is a direct-fit ignition coil for a wide range of GM, Cadillac, Pontiac, Buick, Chevrolet, Oldsmobile, GMC, Isuzu, and Honda applications, including many Buick LeSabre, Chevrolet Impala, and Pontiac Grand Prix models.

NGK’s ignition coil line is backed by decades of OE-focused engineering and testing in an ISO 17025 accredited lab, with coverage for late-model domestic and import vehicles. Part number 48780 is designed for dependable ignition performance in everyday driving conditions.

• 12-volt distributorless ignition coil
• DIS coil type for OE-style ignition system service
• Blade terminal design with 2 terminals
• Male connector gender and female terminal gender
• Oil filled: No
• Mounting bracket not included
• Includes seal
• Cross-reference: Standard Ignition DR-39

Product Details and Fitment

This NGK DIS Ignition Coil 48780 is engineered for vehicles using distributorless ignition systems and is listed across a broad range of applications from 1986 through 2009. It is a practical replacement for drivers servicing ignition concerns on vehicles such as the Buick Century, Chevrolet Monte Carlo, and Pontiac Bonneville. The part number 48780 also cross-references Beck/Arnley 178-8206 for the same application.

Compatible fitment includes many models such as Fits 2005-2009 Buick Allure, N/A; Fits 2005-2009 Buick LaCrosse, N/A; Fits 2000-2005 Chevrolet Impala, N/A; Fits 1988-2008 Pontiac Grand Prix, N/A; and Fits 1993-2005 Buick LeSabre, N/A. Additional coverage extends to Chevrolet Malibu, Pontiac Grand Am, Oldsmobile Alero, Cadillac DeVille, and more.

Common Issues This Coil Can Address

• Engine misfire caused by weak or inconsistent ignition output
• Hard starting related to ignition coil failure
• Rough idle from degraded spark delivery
• Loss of power under load due to ignition breakdown
• Check engine light concerns tied to ignition coil circuit faults

Installation Notes and Quality Assurance

Verify connector style, terminal layout, and vehicle-specific fitment before installation. This coil uses a blade terminal design with a male connector and female terminals, and the application notes should be checked carefully on vehicles with Delco ignition systems or other configuration-specific requirements. The listed fitment includes many Buick, Chevrolet, Pontiac, Oldsmobile, Cadillac, GMC, Isuzu, and Honda models, so confirming the exact year and engine setup is important before service.

NGK manufactures ignition coils to OE-level standards and tests designs under demanding conditions in an ISO 17025 accredited laboratory. The brand’s long OE legacy and broad vehicle coverage support consistent product quality for ignition system repair.