NGK 48856 Ignition Coil

NGK COP Ignition Coil for Ford, Lincoln, Mazda

NGK Part Number 48856 is a COP (pencil type) ignition coil built for distributorless ignition systems. It is engineered to meet or exceed OE standards for durability and consistent spark delivery, making it a direct replacement choice for late-model Ford, Lincoln, and Mazda applications.

Key Features

• COP (pencil type) ignition coil for distributorless ignition systems
• 12-volt design with 2-terminal blade connection
• Female connector with male terminal gender
• Oil-filled: No
• Developed and tested in an ISO 17025 accredited lab
• NGK Part Number 48856 / Stock Number 48856

Product Details

NGK’s ignition coil line is built around OE-style fit, electrical consistency, and long-term durability. This NGK COP ignition coil is designed for vehicles that use a pencil-style coil mounted directly at the spark plug, helping maintain stable ignition performance under everyday driving conditions. It is a strong match for Ford Edge, Ford Explorer, Ford Mustang, Ford Taurus, Lincoln MKX, Lincoln MKT, Lincoln MKZ, Mazda CX-9, and related applications listed below. This part cross-references Standard Ignition UF-553 for the same application.

Vehicle Fitment

• Fits 2007-2017 Ford Edge, N/A
• Fits 2017 Ford Explorer, N/A, to 7/1/2016
• Fits 2017 Ford Mustang, N/A
• Fits 2011-2015 Ford Mustang, N/A
• Fits 2008-2017 Ford Taurus, N/A
• Fits 2017 Ford Transit-150, N/A, to 10/2016
• Fits 2017 Ford Transit-250, N/A, to 10/2016
• Fits 2017 Ford Transit-350, N/A, to 10/2016
• Fits 2017 Ford Transit-350 HD, N/A, to 10/2016
• Fits 2017 Lincoln Continental, N/A, to 8/2016
• Fits 2010-2017 Lincoln MKT, N/A
• Fits 2007-2017 Lincoln MKX, N/A
• Fits 2011-2016 Ford Explorer, N/A
• Fits 2016 Ford F-150, N/A, to 8/16/2016
• Fits 2016 Ford Flex, N/A, to 8/9/2016
• Fits 2016 Ford Mustang, N/A, to 10/23/2015
• Fits 2015-2016 Ford Transit-150, N/A
• Fits 2015-2016 Ford Transit-250, N/A
• Fits 2015-2016 Ford Transit-350, N/A
• Fits 2015-2016 Ford Transit-350 HD, N/A
• Fits 2009-2016 Lincoln MKS, N/A
• Fits 2007-2016 Lincoln MKZ, N/A
• Fits 2011-2015 Ford F-150, N/A
• Fits 2009-2015 Ford Flex, N/A
• Fits 2007-2015 Mazda CX-9, N/A
• Fits 2009-2013 Mazda 6, N/A
• Fits 2010-2012 Ford Fusion, N/A
• Fits 2008-2009 Ford Taurus X, N/A
• Fits 2008-2009 Mercury Sable, N/A

Common Issues This Coil Can Address

• Engine misfire caused by a weak or failing ignition coil
• Rough idle or hesitation during acceleration
• Hard starting related to inconsistent spark output
• Check engine light triggered by ignition performance faults
• Loss of power under load in distributorless ignition systems

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the connector style, terminal count, and engine application before installation. This coil uses a blade terminal layout with a female connector and is intended for distributorless COP applications. Confirm the vehicle build date on models with cutoff notes, including certain 2016-2017 Ford and Lincoln applications, before ordering. For best results, inspect the spark plug and related ignition components during replacement.

Quality Assurance

NGK manufactures this ignition coil to meet or exceed OE standards and validates coil designs in an ISO 17025 accredited test lab under demanding conditions. NGK’s long OE history and broad late-model coverage support confident replacement selection for Ford, Lincoln, and Mazda ignition service.