Prenco 36-1173 Ignition Coil

Brand Prenco 36-1173
Connector Gender Female
Mounting Bracket Included No
Oil Filled No
Requires External Resistor No
Terminal Gender Male
Terminal Quantity 5
Terminal Type Blade
Voltage 12
Fits Volkswagen · 8 vehicles

12-volt operation. Built for standard ignition coil applications.

Blade terminals. Female connector with male terminals for a secure electrical connection.

Oil-free design with no external resistor required.

Cross-references DENSO Auto Parts 5023, Spectra Premium C-669 and Standard Ignition UF-338 for the same application. See all 8.

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Ignition Coil for Volkswagen Golf and Jetta

Prenco 36-1173 is a 12-volt ignition coil built for direct replacement service on select Volkswagen applications. It uses a blade-style terminal layout with a 5-terminal female connector and male terminals for a secure electrical interface.

Key Features

  • 12-volt ignition coil for ignition system service
  • Blade terminal type with 5 terminals
  • Female connector gender and male terminal gender
  • Oil filled: No
  • Requires external resistor: No
  • Mounting bracket included: No
  • Prenco part number 36-1173

Fitment and Application

Compatible with 1999-2002 Volkswagen Golf and 1999-2002 Volkswagen Jetta. Fits 1999-2002 Volkswagen Golf, N/A. Fits 1999-2002 Volkswagen Jetta, N/A. This part cross-references Standard Ignition UF-338 for the same application.

What This Ignition Coil Helps Address

  • Weak or inconsistent spark output
  • Engine misfire conditions tied to coil failure
  • Hard starting caused by ignition coil wear
  • Rough idle or hesitation under load
  • Loss of ignition performance in Volkswagen Golf and Jetta models

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify connector style, terminal count, and voltage before installation. Inspect the ignition wiring and related components for heat damage, corrosion, or loose terminals before fitting the new coil. Confirm the vehicle application against the part number 36-1173 and the listed Volkswagen Golf and Jetta model years.

Quality Assurance

Prenco ignition components are cataloged for direct-fit replacement use. This coil is specified with the listed electrical and connector details to support accurate parts matching for the intended Volkswagen applications.

This part fits 8 vehicles
Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.
YearMakeModelPositionNotes
2002VolkswagenGolfN/A—
2002VolkswagenJettaN/A—
2001VolkswagenGolfN/A—
2001VolkswagenJettaN/A—
2000VolkswagenGolfN/A—
2000VolkswagenJettaN/A—
1999VolkswagenGolfN/A—
1999VolkswagenJettaN/A—
Directly replaces or cross-references 8 part numbers
Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.
DENSO Auto Parts — 5023Spectra Premium — C-669Standard Ignition — UF-3385C1315021 905 106 C50154C1320E368