NGK 48980 Ignition Coil

NGK COP Ignition Coil for Honda and Acura

The NGK COP (Pencil Type) Ignition Coil is built for distributorless ignition systems that need stable voltage delivery and consistent spark performance. This NGK ignition coil is a direct-fit replacement for select Honda and Acura applications, including the Honda Civic, Honda Accord, Honda CR-V, Honda Crosstour, and Acura ILX.

Key Features

• 12-volt ignition coil for distributorless systems
• COP (pencil type) design for coil-on-plug applications
• 3-terminal blade connection with female connector and male terminals
• Oil-filled: No
• Manufactured to meet or exceed OE standards
• Developed and tested in an ISO 17025 accredited lab
• Part number 48980 / U5174

Product Details

NGK 48980 is part of the NGK COP ignition coil line, a product line focused on coil-on-plug service for late-model domestic and import vehicles. This design supports direct ignition control at the plug, helping maintain consistent ignition output in vehicles that use distributorless ignition systems. For buyers searching for an ignition coil for Honda Civic, Honda Accord, or Acura ILX applications, NGK 48980 provides an OE-style replacement backed by NGK’s long history in ignition components.

This part cross-references Standard Ignition UF-602 for the same application.

What This Ignition Coil Helps Address

• Engine misfire caused by weak or inconsistent coil output
• Hard starting related to ignition voltage loss
• Rough idle from degraded coil performance
• Check engine light concerns tied to ignition coil failure codes
• Loss of acceleration response from intermittent spark delivery

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify connector style, terminal count, and coil-on-plug layout before installation. This NGK ignition coil uses a 3-terminal blade connection with a female connector and male terminals, so matching the electrical interface is important for proper fitment. Confirm the vehicle application against the listed year and model before replacing the coil, especially on Honda Civic, Honda Accord, Honda CR-V, Honda Crosstour, and Acura ILX models.

• Fits 2013-2015 Acura ILX, N/A
• Fits 2012-2015 Honda Civic, N/A
• Fits 2012-2015 Honda Crosstour, N/A
• Fits 2010-2014 Honda CR-V, N/A
• Fits 2008-2012 Honda Accord, N/A

Quality Assurance

NGK states that its ignition coils are manufactured to meet or exceed OE standards and are developed under rigorous test conditions in an ISO 17025 accredited laboratory. The brand’s OE legacy and broad vehicle coverage support confidence in replacement selection for the listed Honda and Acura applications.